ebooks Anne Frank: The Anne Frank House Authorized Graphic Biography by Sid Jacobson; Ernie Colón in History

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Helpful for students who struggle with readingBy goodkarma8390This graphic novel of Anne Frank's diary would be excellent for use with students who struggle to read. Parts of the diary can be confusing for some students; but the drawings in this version help provide a visual reference that many students would find useful. The images also help bring to life these historical figures and drive home that Anne and her family were real people. This would be excellent for use in 8th grade classrooms where there are students who struggle to read the original version of the book.7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. A faithful depiction of Anne Frank's story in graphic novel formatBy Z HayesAs an ardent fan of Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl (Mass Market Paperback) and a keen reader of books on the Holocaust; this non-fiction graphic novel by Sid Jacobson and Ernie Colon is an excellent depiction of Anne's life story; and was produced under the auspices of the Anne Frank House. There is so much detailed information provided that it addresses almost all questions one would have on the subject of Anne Frank and the Secret Annexe (except that million-dollar question as to who actually betrayed the occupants of the Annexe).It begins with background information on both Otto and Edith Frank; Anne's parents. It was interesting to read how Otto and his brothers were involved in the banking industry; and how Edith's family name; Hollander; was taken because they originally made their home in the Netherlands. Readers get to read about how Otto and Edith met; married; and had both Margot (Anne's older sister); and Anne of course. Together with the more salient historical information; readers are also given insights as to the distinct personalities of both Margot and Anne; who apparently showed their different personalities since they were babies (Margot hardly cried and was a quiet baby; Anne was constantly crying and demanding attention)! Anne's maturing into a self-possessed young woman (after a phase of adolescence angst) is also well-illustrated here.The chapters of the book are well-organized in chronological order; and lots of detailed information provided for each period and event being narrated. The chapter titles are:A Hopeful BeginningAnnelies Marie FrankThe Growth of NazismAmsterdamUnder German RuleThe DiaryThe Eight HidersThe New YearDiscoveryThe Story Lives OnThe illustrations are rich and amazingly detailed; many painstakingly copied from actual archival photographs that lend authenticity and credibility to the story unfolding within these pages. It is a very real and very human story; of a time that was so enveloped in darkness; where human beings committed unimaginable atrocities against other human beings because of bigotry and hatred. Anne Frank's story is one that will always hold universal appeal; and even now; decades after her death and the publication of her diary; her story bears repeating and remembering; especially for the younger generation. As Anne herself mentioned in her diary; "I don't believe war is simply the work of politicians and capitalists. Oh; no; the common man is every bit as guilty. The time will come when we'll be people again and not just Jews!" The graphic novel format also makes Anne's story and the Holocaust more accessible to the present generation.The book ends with a chronology of events and suggestions for further reading. To that list I would like to add a couple of films and a documentary that will enhance one's understanding of Anne Frank and the times she lived in:Anne Frank RememberedAnne Frank - The Whole StoryThe Diary of Anne Frank0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. An Icon for the AgesBy Joyce A. TapperThe story of Anne Frank is a powerful icon of the Holocaust and World War II. This expertly rendered and researched graphic edition adds to our necessary meaningful discussion about this promising girl whose life was snuffed out by a massacre machine of hatred against the innocent. By telling and showing readers about her and her middle class family life before and during their time of hiding; hers and most of her family's murder; and her father's work after the war; we have a full picture of one of the devastating losses caused by the genocide. While six million is so difficult to imagine; the deaths of one or two can be understood by all; even today so long after 1945.This book is a perfect text for students from 12-80 in classrooms and living rooms. It is a very helpful book to accompany Anne Frank; the Diary of a Young Girl; and as a stand-alone history.J. Tapper; Los Angeles