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Sabotage - The Mission to Destroy Hitler's Atomic Bomb - cover

Sabotage - The Mission to Destroy Hitler's Atomic Bomb

Neal Bascomb

Publisher: Arthur A. Levine Books

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Summary

“This richly detailed nonfiction account of Norwegians who spied for the British and organized resistance against the Nazis unfolds like a spy thriller” (Library Journal). 
 
The invasion begins at night, with German cruisers slipping into the harbor, and soon the Nazis occupy all of Norway. They station soldiers throughout the country. They institute martial rule. And at Vemork, an industrial fortress high above a dizzying gorge, they gain access to an essential ingredient for the weapon that could end World War II: Hitler’s very own nuclear bomb. When the Allies discover the plans for the bomb, they agree Vemork must be destroyed. But after a British operation fails to stop the Nazis’ deadly designs, the task falls to a band of young Norwegian commandos. Armed with little more than skis, explosives, and great courage, they will survive months in the snowy wilderness, elude a huge manhunt, and execute two dangerous missions. The result? The greatest act of sabotage in all of World War II. 
 
“A strong choice for students of history or science. This title is easy to recommend to those who enjoy nonfiction and to thriller fans interested in true tales of heroism.” —School Library Journal 
 
“Riveting.” —Publishers Weekly 
 
“A rich, well-paced narrative.” —Kirkus Reviews
Available since: 05/31/2016.
Print length: 320 pages.

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