Veritas Press Catalog 2008/2009 - (Page 56) S Spying and the Cold War Michael Burgan I X T H G R A D E Streams of Civilization (Vol 2) See descriptions on pages 17 and 45. #135-200 $19.95 We Were There Series William O. Steele Spies hold a special intrigue. Herein read vivid accounts of those that risked their lives to gather intelligence for their countries during this recent time. Amazing tools, techniques, and trickery abounded. Soft 48p 30 #273-775 $8.99 That Girl of Pierre’s Robert Davis Stalin: Russia’s Man of Steel Albert Marrin This illustrated biography provides a forceful account of the Soviet leader, a deranged and ruthless tyrant, who shaped communism into a tool for his own ends at the expense of countless human lives. Soft 242p 32 #075-750 $13.95 Many books recount World War II, but this is the first we’ve seen dealing with the war’s aftermath. Join Danielle, her grandmother and younger brother in their recovery within a war-savaged country to reclaim the life they once knew. Soft 182p 29 #085-835 $12.95 Stonewall John J. Dwyer They’re Off! The Story of the Pony Express Cheryl Harness First published in the 1950’s, I can still remember checking them out of my school library. Excited to see they’re back in print, we heartily commend these works of historical fiction as accurate and engaging. Easily read in a week, the perfect complement to a week’s study of the period. We Were There on the Oregon Trail Soft 116p 11 (shown) #027-950 $13.95 We Were There with the Pony Express Soft 125p 11 #027-955 $13.95 With Lee in Virginia G.A. Henty Henty lived during the reign of Queen Victoria and began his story-telling career with his own children. In the way only he can, this is a novel presenting, chronologically, some of the greatest battles that took place in the War Between the States. Soft 328p 13 #190-900 $6.95 $6.99 When I was done with this book, I wanted to start it over again. The genius, passion, and faith of one of history’s most brilliant military leaders come alive in this bittersweet fictional saga of loss and hope. Soft 634p 15 #305-530 $14.99 These legendary couriers and their extraordinary race across the country comes to life. Richly illustrated. Soft 32p 11 #021-281 World War II for Kids Richard Panchyk Story of the Confederate States Joseph T. Derry Subtitled History of the War for Southern Independence, this book is refreshingly different. A fast-moving account spanning the Colonial period through Reconstruction. One of the best children’s books on the War Between the States that we have seen. Hard 453p 13 #550-080 $25.00 Thomas Edison: The Great American Inventor Louise Egan Homeschooled and deaf, this American icon has left us a great legacy. This biography provides a splendid teaching tool including aids, glossaries, topics for essays and questions. Visiting his homestead in Ft. Myers, Florida is an amazing field trip for those who can. Soft 165p Soft 165p #070-800 $6.95 Twenty and Ten William Pene Du Bois The Story of Inventions Michael J. McHugh and Frank P. Bachman Published by Christian Liberty Press, this is a very informative and readable story. Each chapter concludes with comprehension questions. The incredible inventions of the recent past must be understood to understand the world in which we live. Soft 354p 25 #135-140 $8.95 During the German occupation of France, twenty French children were brought to a refuge in the mountains where they lived with Sister Gabriel. One day a young man came to the school and asked if they could hide ten Jewish refugee children. A delightful story, and see how the children were hidden during the war. Soft 76p 29 #435-920 $5.99 This aggregation of 21 activities such as a rationing game and military strategy game is full of information. It’s written like a novel and promises to be one of the best learning tools for the war we’ve seen. Jammed with excerpts from actual letters. A genuine find on WWII. Soft 164p 29 #305-950 $14.95 The Wright Brothers Quentin Reynolds United States History See description on page 45. #090-111 $39.00 Orville and Wilbur had big dreams and determination. They never gave up on a problem until it was solved. But their biggest dream was to find a way for man to fly. Read their story to see how they tackled this eventful task. Soft 147p 25 #490-935 $5.99 The Yanks are Coming Albert Marrin The Story of the Trapp Family Singers Maria Augusta Trapp With fond memories we recall The Sound of Music. This is the true story of the real family. On a visit to Veritas Academy, Maria, the second daughter, gave us a copy of this book, and we were inspired. You will be, too. Soft 312p 29 #305-535 War Stories: True Stories from the First and Second World Wars Paul Dowswell $13.95 A great resource for the history cards. A collection of dramatic and unforgettable true stories from both of these terrible wars. Learn first hand what really happened. Soft 432p 26, 29 #195-950 $12.99 The exciting WWI story of the Yank’s coming to the aid of the Allies. It turned the tide and the eventual outcome of the war in Europe. How the US mobilized industry, trained doughboy soldiers, and promoted the war to the people at home is told by a master historian and storyteller. 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