Missing: The True Story of My Family in World War II

Michael Rosen's The Missing is a powerful and personal account of the Holocaust, told through prose, poetry, maps, and pictures. It is a story of terrible persecution and has inspired Rosen's poetry for years. The book is supported and checked by the UCL Center for Holocaust Education and is a powerful tool for talking to children about the Holocaust.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 128 pages
\n Publication date: 12 December 2019
\n Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
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Michael Rosen is a master of pace and clarity, making him an essential read for anyone looking to understand complex topics. His book "The Missing" has received five stars from The Telegraph and The Time's Children's Book of the Week, and has been praised for its sensitive and thoughtful handling of the difficult topic of the Holocaust.

The book tells the true story of Michael Rosen's search for his relatives who "went missing" during the Second World War. He interviews family members, scours the internet, pours over books, and travels to America and France to uncover the truth. What he discovers is a story of terrible persecution, which has inspired his poetry for years.

The book is divided into two parts: the first is a collection of poems, both old and new, that explore the themes of loss, prejudice, and resilience. The second part is a narrative that provides context and background information on the Holocaust. The narrative is immensely readable, and both an extraordinary account and a powerful tool for talking to children about the Holocaust.

The UCL Centre for Holocaust Education has supported and checked the book, ensuring that it is accurate and reliable. The book has been praised for its ability to engage and inspire readers of all ages, and has been used in schools and libraries around the world to teach children about the Holocaust.

In conclusion, "The Missing" is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the Holocaust and its impact on society. Michael Rosen's masterful writing and thoughtful approach to the topic make it an extraordinary account that will inspire and educate readers of all ages.

\n Weight: 208g\n
Dimension: 135 x 204 x 13 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781406386752\n \n