The Berlin Wall

by Christine Zuchora-Walske

This title examines an important historic event--the Berlin Wall's division of the city of Berlin, Germany, from the building of the wall to its destruction. Easy-to-read, compelling text explores why the wall was built, what it was like living in a divided city, and why the wall was torn down. Also discussed is the political context behind the wall, including the events in Germany following World War II and the tensions between capitalism and communism...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1624032583
• ISBN13: 9781624032585
• Release Date: December 2014
• Publisher: Abdo Publishing Company
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.2" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 11 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 6 to 12