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Berlin Olympics

Name: Berlin Olympics
ISBN: 9781407130354

By Vince Cross

Adjectives

compelling historical inspirational

Genres

Historical Fiction Sport

Synopsis

In 1936, fourteen-year-old Eleanor Rhys Davies's dream comes true when she's selected to represent Britain as a swimmer at the Berlin Olympics. Amidst the grandeur of the Games, Eleanor faces the harsh realities of Nazi Germany, witnessing events that foreshadow the onset of World War II. This gripping tale offers a personal glimpse into a pivotal moment in history.

About the author

Vince Cross is a British author who enjoys bringing history to life through exciting stories. He is known for writing books like 'My Story: Titanic' and 'My Story: Road to War', where he shares thrilling adventures set in the past. Vince loves inspiring young readers to imagine what life was like many years ago.

Pages

155 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2012

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