The Light of Men
260 pages · Released 2008 · Cornerstone Book Publishers
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This Holocaust-set novel combines historical tragedy with speculative fiction, exploring themes of human resilience and heroism. The subject matter—Nazi concentration camps and genocide—inherently involves heavy mature themes and historical violence, making it suitable for mature teens rather than younger readers. The book emphasizes courage and the human capacity to endure, offering educational and moral value alongside difficult historical content.
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Andrew Salmon delivers a taut, gripping novel set against the background of one of history's most tragic episodes - the Nazi Holocaust. He adds a unique science-fiction element that weaves its way through this amazing adventure and drives it to a powerful, heart wrenching climax. "The Light of Men" is a powerful statem... Andrew Salmon delivers a taut, gripping novel set against the background of one of history's most tragic episodes - the Nazi Holocaust. He adds a unique science-fiction element that weaves its way through this amazing adventure and drives it to a powerful, heart wrenching climax. "The Light of Men" is a powerful statement on the human condition and the heroism inherent in all men and women with the courage to endure.
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- Fiction
- World War, 1939-1945
- German Prisoners and prisons
- Nazi concentration camps
- Holocaust, Jewish (1939-1945)
- Fiction, science fiction, general
- Fiction, war & military
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ISBN 9781934935293 · Cornerstone Book Publishers