Tales of World War II, Dr. Hattie Hearn
Tales of World War II, Dr. Hattie Hearn
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Tales of World War II
Amazing True Stories from the War that Shook the World

Author: Dr. Hattie Hearn, Neon Squid

Series: Tales of

Narrator: Ell Potter

Unabridged: 3 hr 25 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 10/03/2023


Synopsis

This audiobook features sound design and special effects to enhance your enjoyment of Tales of World War II. Listen out for the sounds of fighter jets and music from Eastern Europe.

It’s the Second World War as you’ve never seen it before—discover the hidden stories of incredible human spirit during the world’s darkest hour.

Everyone knows what Adolf Hitler, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Winston Churchill were doing during World War II, but what about ordinary people? In this beautifully illustrated book, war historian Dr. Hattie Hearn reveals some of the most incredible true tales from the war, including:

• The Canadian cabin boy who avoided German U-boats crossing the Atlantic
• The Navajo soldiers who developed a secret code to outfox their enemies
• The African-American jazz singer who worked as a spy for the French Resistance

Featuring stories from all over the world, Tales of World War II also contains jaw-dropping tales including the dog used to find survivors in the London Blitz, the champion cyclist who carried secret messages to help Jews escape the Nazis, and the bear who was recruited by the Polish army!

Interspersed throughout the stories are passages explaining the key events of the war—from Pearl Harbor and Dunkirk to D-Day and the Holocaust.

A Macmillan Audio production from Neon Squid.

About Dr. Hattie Hearn

Dr. Hattie Hearn has a passion for World War II that was ignited by a childhood spent exploring the forgotten wartime airfields of her native East Anglia. Since those early years, she's made a career out of researching and preserving the hidden histories of the world around her, from old country houses to long lost ancestors. She works as the curator of the RAF Radar Museum in Norfolk, UK. When she's not exploring dusty archives, she's spending time with her husband, rescue dog, and two naughty guinea pigs.

About Margarida Esteves

Margarida Esteves is an illustrator based in South London. She works digitally and likes to use bold and bright colors, lots of details, and rich textures. Maps, landscapes and ballet dancers are Margarida’s favorite things to draw. People, films, photography, and vintage illustration inspire her – with history holding a special place in her heart!

About Neon Squid

Neon Squid creates beautiful nonfiction books for inquisitive kids (and kids at heart). We believe the most amazing stories are real ones, so our books are for children who want to decipher ancient scrolls, orbit distant stars, and dive into the deepest oceans. Our books are a labor of love—written by experts, illustrated by the best artists around, and produced using the finest materials, including sustainably sourced paper. We hope that by reading them kids are encouraged to further explore the world around them.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Shari

This is a pretty good overview, but not what I was expecting. I thought it would be short stories about lesser-known people that were involved in or affected by the war. There were some stories like this, but they sounded fictionalized (I don't know if they were or not). Most of it was very encyclop......more

[URL not allowed] Tales of World War II is a gripping and informative audiobook about the Second World War for the younger generation. This wonderful volume, though aimed at children and teenagers, will undoubtedly teach adults something new. The book is packed with information......more

Goodreads review by Rebecca

This is basically a summary of the war from many angles, with brief stories of different people interspersed to bring parts of the story more to life. The writer chose some interesting people from different places, including Brazil and Africa, and illuminated parts of the war or stories from the war......more

Goodreads review by Jenn

Dr. Hattie Hearn’s Tales of World War II is a well-curated collection of stories from around the world. It is suitable for children ages 8-10 and beyond. I have other books in my collection from the “Tales Of” series and they are beautifully illustrated. Tales of World War II was my first exposure t......more

Goodreads review by Jessica

Thank you, NetGalley, for granting me a free copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review. Tales of World War II: Amazing True Stories from the War that Shook the World is a riveting, comprehensive overview of World War II for anyone looking for a place to start learning about this monumen......more