From October 15-28, 1962, the world teetered on the brink of nuclear war. This book recreated the events of that time and examines the personalities of the major characters especially John F. Kennedy and Nikita Khrushchev. Using recently declassified information, Norman H. Finkelstein traces the missile crisis from its origins down to a breathtaking finale. In a starred review, Booklist said, Young adult readers who enjoy suspense stories will be hard-pressed to find a more dramatic, well-written account of a historical event.
Norman H. Finkelstein Books
Norman H. Finkelstein is an author known for his numerous non-fiction works, primarily aimed at young readers. His writing is characterized by a broad interest in history and biography, reflected in his ability to capture the essence of diverse subjects from old-time radio to the history of plastics. Finkelstein's style is eclectic, drawing from a wide range of topics and presenting them to readers in an engaging manner.



"Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear..."In this unique contribution to American social history, Normal Finkelstein explores the Golden Age of radio broadcasting from the Great Depression through World War II. Radio became the common experience that unified a diverse America, providing entertainment, news and information, which unified all Americans. Quoted passages from old programs and commercials provide readers with the flavor of what radio used to be.
The Dreyfus Affair profoundly affected France and the world at the turn of the twentieth century. Despite his innocence, Alfred Dreyfus, a Jew, was the victim of rampant anti-Semitism. He was found guilty of treason through the use of contrived evidence and sentenced to life imprisonment on Devils Island. Horn Book said , Norman Finkelsteins careful reconstruction is a gripping story. Kirkus Reviews said, A significant, sobering piece of the past, well worth pondering today. Listed in Books for the Teenage, New York Public Library and named a 1991 NCCS/CBS Notable Childrens Trade Book.