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Terror at the Munich Olympics

by Courtney Farrell
112p. 978-1-60453-945-5.
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Gr 5-9 These books offer vivid detail as well as historical and political context for these events. Farrell starts with the Munich Olympics but quickly backtracks to offer an explanation of the conflicts in the Middle East surrounding the creation of the State of Israel, and the rise of terrorism in response to these conflicts. The kidnapping and murder of the Israeli athletes is then described, along with the apparent bungling of rescue efforts. The book concludes with chapters on the response to the killings by Israel, as well as attempts at brokering peace in the region among the various countries in conflict. Recounting the "Hindenberg" crash, Sherman captures readers' attention with an opening chapter devoted to the actual crash. She then paints a full picture of the invention of the zeppelin and its uses and development. The author then works her way back to a full description of the crash and a discussion of the theories around its cause. Both titles have pertinent sidebars with primary source material. Archival photos add to the dramatic narratives. Good choices for any collection, both for research needs and as interesting nonfiction selections."Carol Fazioli, Gwynedd-Mercy College, Gwynedd Valley, PA" Copyright 2010 Media Source Inc.
These volumes examine background, primary players, and lasting impact of historic events. The Munich tragedy and the Hindenburg disaster, two unexpected and shocking occurrences, are graphically but sensitively described. The readable narratives are accompanied by numerous sidebars, archival photographs, and illustrations that, while useful, tend to encroach on the main texts. Reading list, timeline. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Essential Events titles: Terror at the Munich Olympics, The Hindenburg Disaster, and The United States Enters World War I.

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