Night
by Elie Wiesel
Bibliographic Information:
Wiesel, E., & Wiesel, M. (2006). Night. New York, NY: Hill and Wang, a division of Farrar, Straus and Giroux.
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Unfortunately, much of society has become desensitized to war. Reading this book allows the reader to visit one of the most tragic events in history from the perspective of a survivor. This book demonstrates the true suffering of victims of war and exposes readers to its realities.
Wanted Dead or Alive: The True Story of Harriet Tubman
by Ann McGovern
Bibliographic Information:
McGovern, A. (1965). Wanted dead or alive: The true story of Harriet Tubman. New York: Scholastic Book Services.
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Telling the story of a courageous slave woman who risked her own life for those of others who, like her searching for freedom helps readers understand the importance of perseverance and courage.