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The Grand Mosque of Paris: A Story of How Muslims Rescued Jews During the Holocaust Hardcover - 2009

by Karen Gray Ruelle; Deborah Durland DeSaix


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When the Nazis occupied Paris, no Jew was safe from arrest and deportation. Few Parisians were willing to risk their own lives to help. Yet during that perilous time, many Jews found refuge in an unlikely place--the sprawling complex of the Grand Mosque of Paris. Not just a place of worship but a community center, this hive of activity was an ideal temporary hiding place for escaped prisoners of war and Jews of all ages, especially children. Beautifully illustrated and thoroughly researched (both authors speak French and conducted first-person interviews and research at archives and libraries), this hopeful, non-fiction book introduces children to a little-known part of history. Perfect for children studying World War II or those seeking a heart-warming, inspiring read that highlights extraordinary heroism across faiths. Includes a bibliography, a recommended list of books and films, and afterword from the authors that gives more details behind the story.

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  • Title The Grand Mosque of Paris: A Story of How Muslims Rescued Jews During the Holocaust
  • Author Karen Gray Ruelle; Deborah Durland DeSaix
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Edition First Printing
  • Pages 40
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Holiday House, NYC
  • Date 2009-08
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Bibliography, Dust Cover, Glossary, Illustrated, Index
  • ISBN 9780823421596 / 0823421597
  • Weight 1.01 lbs (0.46 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.8 x 11.12 x 0.41 in (24.89 x 28.24 x 1.04 cm)
  • Ages 07 to UP years
  • Grade levels 2 - UP
  • Reading level 1090
  • Themes
    • Chronological Period: 1940's
    • Cultural Region: French
    • Ethnic Orientation: Jewish
    • Religious Orientation: Islamic
    • Religious Orientation: Jewish
    • Topical: Holocaust
  • Library of Congress subjects Jewish-Arab relations, France - Ethnic relations
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2008017209
  • Dewey Decimal Code 940.531

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Citations

  • ALA Notable Children's Books, 03/01/2010, Page 26
  • Booklist, 11/15/2009, Page 45
  • Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks, 11/01/2009, Page 0
  • Hornbook Guide to Children, 01/01/2010, Page 0
  • Kirkus Review - Children, 08/15/2009, Page 0
  • Multicultural Review, 05/01/2010, Page 76
  • Publishers Weekly, 09/07/2009, Page 46
  • School Library Journal, 10/01/2009, Page 152

About the author

Karen Gray Ruelle is a decorated author who has written over 20 children's books. Deborah Durland DeSaix, a former college professor, has written and illustrated many picture books for children. Reviews for her artwork are outstanding. Booklist praised her art in Know What I Saw by Aileen Fisher saying, "De Saix steals the show, though, with lush, photorealistic scenes that are both large enough to sweeten the subtraction lesson built into the 10-to-1 countdown premise." She now lives in Asheville, North Carolina
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