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Harry Mazer

    31 maggio 1925 – 7 aprile 2016

    Harry Mazer è un acclamato autore americano di romanzi realistici per bambini e giovani adulti. Le sue opere spesso approfondiscono situazioni di vita difficili e lo sviluppo emotivo dei giovani protagonisti. Le narrazioni di Mazer esplorano temi di crescita, coraggio e ricerca d'identità in mezzo a circostanze complesse. La sua abilità nel catturare voci ed esperienze autentiche offre ai lettori profonde storie umane.

    Cleos Insel
    City Light
    The Dog in the Freezer
    The Wild Kid
    A Boy at War
    The Last Mission
    • The Last Mission

      • 192pagine
      • 7 ore di lettura

      In 1944, as World War II is raging across Europe, fifteen-year-old Jack Raab dreams of being a hero. Leaving New York City, his family, and his boyhood behind, Jack uses a false I.D. and lies his way into the U.S. Air Force. From their base in England, he and his crew fly twenty-four treacherous bombing missions over occupied Europe. The war is almost over and Hitler near defeat when they fly their last mission -- a mission destined for disaster. Shot down far behind enemy lines, Jack is taken prisoner and sent to a German POW camp, where his experiences are more terrifying than anything he'd ever imagined.

      The Last Mission
    • A Boy at War

      A Novel of Pearl Harbor

      While fishing with his friends off Honolulu on December 7, 1941, teenaged Adam is caught in the midst of the Japanese attack and through the chaos of the subsequent days tries to find his father, a naval officer who was serving on the U.S.S. Arizona when the bombs fell

      A Boy at War
    • The Wild Kid

      • 112pagine
      • 4 ore di lettura

      The story follows twelve-year-old Sammy, who encounters a wild child named Kevin while lost in the woods. Initially, Kevin intimidates Sammy, who has Down's syndrome, but their relationship evolves into a friendship as they navigate the challenges of survival together in the wilderness. The narrative explores themes of resilience, friendship, and the bond formed through shared adversity.

      The Wild Kid
    • The Dog in the Freezer

      A Novel of Pearl Harbor

      • 178pagine
      • 7 ore di lettura

      Exploring the deep emotional connections between a boy and his dog, this collection of three novellas delves into themes of loyalty, friendship, and the complexities of growing up. Each story presents unique experiences that highlight the bond shared between humans and their canine companions, showcasing the impact of these relationships on personal growth and understanding. With a focus on heartfelt moments, the novellas invite readers to reflect on the significance of companionship in their own lives.

      The Dog in the Freezer
    • George Farina had always thought that he and Julie were forever, until one day a letter came from her to tell him she wanted out. George saw his life start to fall apart but new experiences and friends beckoned.

      City Light
    • Ein Flugzeugabsturz, bei dem die Eltern umkommen, macht drei Geschwister zu Vollwaisen. Von der Entscheidung des Ältesten hängt es nun ab, ob sie ohne fremde Hilfe zusammenbleiben können oder getrennt werden. Kevin bleibt - doch damit beginnt ein schwieriger Weg...§Unsentimental und mit psychologischem Einfühlungsvermögen befasst sich der Autor mit Problemen Jugendlicher in Extremsituationen.

      Wenn Kevin bleibt
    • Až neuvěřitelný příběh zřejmě nejmladšího člena posádky bombardéru 8. letecké armády Spojených států za 2. světové války.

      Osudová mise
    • Marcus Rosenbloom ist 17, schriftstellerisch ambitioniert, und er hat ein großes Problem: Trotz seines „fortgeschrittenen“ Alters kann er noch keine Erfahrungen mit Mädchen vorweisen. Eines Tages trifft er Wendy, eine Freundin aus Kindertagen. Ihr kann er seine Sorgen anvertrauen. Aus Kameradschaft wird eine „vertragliche Liebesbeziehung“, endlich aber doch eine feste Partnerschaft.

      Marcus Rosenbloom und die Liebe