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Lawton, Clive A.
2 Reviews
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4-6
In this overview of Japan's role as aggressor and victim in the Second World War, Lawton clearly describes the science of the atom bomb and the political context for--and tremendous human repercussions of--its use. The book is replete with tinted photos featuring captions dense enough to make the reader lose the thread of the main text. Timeline. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Nell Beram
(3)
4-6
The history of the largest Nazi death camp is presented in concise prose that describes how Auschwitz was organized and operated, the horrors that were endured by its prisoners, and the site's continuing historical legacy. The double-page spreads contain graphic, tinted photos and excerpts from the writings of survivors, adding further pathos to this powerful volume. A timeline is included. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta
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