Code Breaker, Spy Hunter: How Elizebeth Friedman Changed the Course of Two World Wars (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781419739637)

Decode the story of Elizebeth Friedman, the cryptologist who took down gangsters and Nazi spies in Code Breaker, Spy Hunter, a picture book biography from award-winning authorLaurie Wallmarkand illustratorBrooke Smart.

"An engaging introduction to a unique woman in a fascinating field" (School Library Journal), young readers will learn all about Elizebeth Friedman (1892-1980), a brilliant American code breaker who smashed Nazi spy rings, took down gangsters, and created the CIA's first cryptology unit. Her story came to light when her secret papers were finally declassified in 2015.

From thwarting notorious rumrunners with only paper and pencil to "counter-spying into the minds and activities of" Nazis, Elizebeth held a pivotal role in the early days of US cryptology. No code was too challenging for her to crack, and Elizebeth's work undoubtedly saved thousands of lives.

Extensive back matter includes explanations of codes and ciphers, further information on cryptology, a bibliography, a timeline of Elizebeth's life, plus secret messages for young readers to decode.

"Youngsters will be fascinated by this engaging biographical selection of an original thinker, which includes elements of STEM and history and provides a picture of a dedicated, resilient woman." --Kirkus Reviews

Author: Laurie Wallmark
ISBN-10: 1419739638
ISBN-13: 9781419739637
Publisher: Abrams Books for Young Readers
Language: English
Published: 03/02/2021
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 10.70h x 8.80w x 0.50d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 6.3
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 512556 / Code Breaker, Spy Hunter: How Elizebeth Friedman Changed the Course of Two World Wars


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 01/01/2021
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 02/01/2021
School Library Journal 03/01/2021 pg. 116
Booklist 03/26/2021