Code talker : a novel about the Navajo Marines of World War Two
Bruchac, Joseph, 1942-2006
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Viewed through the eyes of a 16-year-old Navajo youth, "Code Talker" is a fascinating slice of World War II history by a much-respected and acclaimed author. "Readers who choose the book for the attraction of Navajo code talking and the heat of battle will come away with more than they ever expected to find."-Booklist, starred review Throughout World War II, in the conflict fought against Japan, Navajo code talkers were a crucial part of the U.S. effort, sending messages back and forth in an unbreakable code that used their native language. They braved some of the heaviest fighting of the war, and with their code, they saved countless American lives. Yet their story remained classified for more than twenty years. But now Joseph Bruchac brings their stories to life for young adults through the riveting fictional tale of Ned Begay, a sixteen-year-old Navajo boy who becomes a code talker. His grueling journey is eye-opening and inspiring. This deeply affecting novel honors all of those young men, like Ned, who dared to serve, and it honors the culture and language of the Navajo Indians.An ALA Best Book for Young Adults"Nonsensational and accurate, Bruchac's tale is quietly inspiring..."-School Library Journal
Main title:
Code talker : a novel about the Navajo Marines of World War Two / Joseph Bruchac.
Author:
Imprint:
New York : Speak, 2006, c2005.
Collation:
231 p. ; 21 cm.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 225-227).
Contents:
Code TalkerListen, My Grandchildren1. Sent Away2. Boarding School3. To Be Forgotten4. Progress5. High School6. Sneak Attack7. Navajos Wanted8. New Recruits9. The Blessingway10. Boot Camp11. Code School12. Learning the Code13. Shipping Out to Hawaii14. The Enemies15. Field Maneuvers16. Bombardment17. First Landing18. On Bougainville19. Do You Have a Navajo?20. The Next Targets21. Guam22. Fatigue23. Pavavu24. Iwo Jima25. In Sight of Suribachi26. The Black Beach27. Okinawa28. The Bomb29. Going HomeAuthor's NoteSelected BibliographyAcknowledgments
ISBN:
9780142405963
Dewey class:
YA
LC class:
MLCS 2011/42127 (P)
Language:
English
Subject:
Children's and Teenage: General FictionChildren's / Teenage fiction: General fictionChildren's / Teenage fiction: Action & adventure storiesChildren's / Teenage fiction: Historical fictionChildren's / Teenage general interest: Warfare, battles, armed forcesChildren's / Teenage general interest: People & placesRelating to Native American people
BRN:
648096
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