From award-winning author Steve Sheinkin, a true story of two Jewish teenagers racing against time during the Holocaust - one in hiding in Hungary, and the other in Auschwitz, plotting escape.
Steve Sheinkin Books
July 13, 1968
Steve Sheinkin crafts compelling narratives that delve into the heart of dramatic historical events. His work is characterized by a keen eye for untold stories and a deep exploration of human motivations. Sheinkin's passion for uncovering obscure details and bringing forgotten moments to life imbues his writing with an authentic and engaging quality, inviting readers to experience history anew.
Two Miserable Presidents
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
A narrative history of the United States provides the funny, fascinating, and thoroughly compelling bits that played a part in the start of the Civil War, from the Congressional confrontations to the personal issues that threatened America's very existence
In December of 1938, a chemist in a German laboratory made a shocking discovery: When placed next to radioactive material, a Uranium atom split in two. That simple discovery launched a scientific race that spanned 3 continents
The Bletchley Riddle
- 400 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Set against the backdrop of Bletchley Park during WWII, this middle grade historical adventure features two siblings who delve into the secrets of their mother's death while navigating the world of codebreakers. The collaboration between acclaimed authors Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin brings to life the tension and intrigue of wartime espionage, blending family dynamics with historical events in a compelling narrative.
"What do the most famous traitor in history, hundreds of naked soldiers, and a salmon lunch have in common? They're all part of the amazing story of the American Revolution"--Back cover
The Port Chicago 50
- 200 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Describes the fifty black sailors who refused to work in unsafe and unfair conditions after an explosion in Port Chicago killed 320 servicemen, and how the incident influenced civil rights.
The Notorious Benedict Arnold
- 337 pages
- 12 hours of reading
The Notorious Benedict Arnold is the 2011 winner of the Boston Globe - Horn Book Award for Nonfiction. číst celé
Rabbi Harvey Rides Again
A Graphic Novel of Jewish Folktales Let Loose in the Wild West
- 134 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Set in the 1870s, the story features Harvey, a unique character who blends the roles of a Wild West sheriff and an old-world rabbi. He safeguards his town with a combination of wisdom, wit, and clever trickery. The narrative creatively reimagines traditional Jewish folktales, placing them against the backdrop of the western frontier, offering a fresh and entertaining perspective on these classic tales.
Bomb
- 266 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Discusses the international competition to create the first atomic bomb.
Lincoln's Grave Robbers (Scholastic Focus)
- 224 pages
- 8 hours of reading
The book reveals the little-known true story of a daring conspiracy to steal Abraham Lincoln's body from his tomb in Springfield, Illinois, in 1876. This thrilling narrative explores the audacious plot and the motivations behind it, shedding light on a historical event that remains largely overlooked. Reissued in Scholastic Focus, it features an engaging new cover that enhances its appeal.
