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Code Talker: A Novel about the Navajo Marines of World War Two Hardcover - 2005
by Joseph Bruchac
Bruchac brings to life for young adults the stories of some of the unsung heroes of World War II--the young Navajo men who were a crucial part of the American effort in sending and receiving messages that used their native language. Young Adult.
Summary
Throughout World War II, in the conflict fought against Japan, Navajo code talkers were a crucial part of the U.S. effort, sending messages back and forth in an unbreakable code that used their native language. They braved some of the heaviest fighting of the war, and with their code, they saved countless American lives. Yet their story remained classified for more than twenty years.
But now Joseph Bruchac brings their stories to life for young adults through the riveting fictional tale of Ned Begay, a sixteen-year-old Navajo boy who becomes a code talker. His grueling journey is eye-opening and inspiring. This deeply affecting novel honors all of those young men, like Ned, who dared to serve, and it honors the culture and language of the Navajo Indians.
But now Joseph Bruchac brings their stories to life for young adults through the riveting fictional tale of Ned Begay, a sixteen-year-old Navajo boy who becomes a code talker. His grueling journey is eye-opening and inspiring. This deeply affecting novel honors all of those young men, like Ned, who dared to serve, and it honors the culture and language of the Navajo Indians.
Details
- Title Code Talker: A Novel about the Navajo Marines of World War Two
- Author Joseph Bruchac
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition 1ST
- Pages 240
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Dial Books, New York
- Date 2005-03-00
- ISBN 9780803729216 / 0803729219
- Weight 0.75 lbs (0.34 kg)
- Dimensions 8.77 x 5.62 x 1.01 in (22.28 x 14.27 x 2.57 cm)
- Ages 12 to 15 years
- Grade levels 7 - 10
- Reading level 910
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Themes
- Chronological Period: 1940's
- Ethnic Orientation: Native American
- Religious Orientation: Native American
- Library of Congress subjects World War, 1939-1945, Navajo Indians
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2003022792
- Dewey Decimal Code FIC
Media reviews
"When WWII broke out, Navajos…were recruited by the Marine Corps to use their native language to create an unbreakable code….Telling his story to his grandchildren, Ned relates his experiences in school, military training, and across the Pacific….With its multicultural themes and well-told WWII history, this will appeal to a wide audience." Kirkus Reviews
Citations
- ALA Best Books Young Adults, 03/01/2006, Page 7
- ALA Notable Children's Books, 03/01/2006, Page 26
- Booklist, 05/15/2005, Page 1675
- Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks, 02/01/2005, Page 246
- Hornbook Guide to Children, 07/01/2005, Page 311
- Kirkus Review - Children, 01/15/2005, Page 117
- School Library Journal, 05/01/2005, Page 124
- Voice of Youth Advocates, 04/01/2005, Page 36
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