This book provides fellow collectors with a detailed reference on the famed World War II Luftwaffe gravity knife (Flieger-Kappmesser). The book dispels many common misconceptions about the gravity knife's origin; purpose; evolution and history while thoroughly familiarizing the reader with every facet of the gravity knife. To this end the book presents the reader an historical context with which to view the knife and imparts an appreciation for the gravity knife's development and use. As well; through the provision of a general historical backdrop; by briefly introducing the Luftwaffe and its formations; the reader gains an better understanding of how the knife fits into the larger scheme relative to its time and other weapons. As well this book demonstrates; from an historical perspective; that the knife bears testament to the high level of German technology that emerged during the 1930s. Innovative; ergonomic; and of the highest quality; it truly stands far above its contemporaries. The FKm is; undeniably; a state-of-the-art knife from its time.
#390913 in Books Barron's Educational SeriesModel: FBA-|301401 2003-03-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.25 x 9.50 x .25l; .30 #File Name: 076412459532 pagesThe Skin I m In A First Look at Racism
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I liked it but not as much as I'd hoped I ...By J.I.I liked it but not as much as I'd hoped I would. Got this and a few other books for my daughter during black history month and this was my least favorite. I think it's the fact that it explains things in a very black and white way when there are definite grey areas when it comes to racism. I felt it was too simplistic; even for my preschooler.19 of 23 people found the following review helpful. I'm disappointed with this bookBy Susan FuleI'm disappointed with this book . This book focuses on individual "racists" (a lot); rather than systemic racism that oppresses. It also states that "anybody of any skin color can be a racist" - wrong! Racism requires power and privilege. We can all be prejudiced; but we can't all be racist.1 of 2 people found the following review helpful. fabulousBy Cathygreat little text to get children thinking and appreciating other culturesmy class thoroughly enjoyed listening to the book and many activities can beintegrated into the story
