The Enigma Girls is an extraordinary and relatively unknown story of World War II that will fascinate readers who will be thrilled to see young people playing such an important role in the wartime effort.
Publisher | Scholastic Focus (March 5, 2024) |
Language | English |
Hardcover | 384 pages |
ISBN-10 | 1338749579 |
ISBN-13 | 978-1338749571 |
Reading age | 8 - 12 years |
Lexile measure | 870L |
Grade level | 3 - 7 |
Item Weight | 1.28 pounds (0.58 kg) |
Dimensions | 6 x 1.25 x 8.5 inches |
Print length | 384 pages |
Publication date | March 5, 2024 |
Date First Available | 2023-5-7 17:23:41 |
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The editorial review of "The Enigma Girls" highlights the incredible story of ten young women who played a crucial role in breaking the German Enigma code during World War II. The book portrays their dedication and intelligence as they worked tirelessly under stressful conditions to decipher coded messages and transcribe German military communications. Despite the reviewer's desire for more insight into the selection process of these girls, the book is lauded as an important record of the significant contributions made by women in Britain during the war. It effectively immerses readers in the atmosphere of the time, providing a glimpse into the lives of these remarkable young women.
The Enigma Girls: How Ten Teenagers Broke Ciphers, Kept Secrets, and Helped Win World War II (Scholastic Focus) (Scholastic Focus: True Stories in Focus) Hardcover – March 5, 2024
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