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Warhead: The True Story of One Teen Who Almost Saved the WorldAn often hilarious and always relevant memoir about one teen boy's battle with brain cancer and his Starlight Children's Foundation wish: to meet Mikhail Gorbachev in Russia and plead for nuclear disarmament and world peace. It's 1986, and Jeff is an average fifteen year old: he thinks a lot about dating, he bounces around with his friends, and he's trying his hardest to get a car. Conversely, the world around him feels crazy: the United States and
An often hilarious and always relevant memoir about one teen boy's battle with brain cancer and his Starlight Children's Foundation wish: to meet Mikhail Gorbachev in Russia and plead for nuclear disarmament and world peace. It's 1986, and Jeff is an average fifteen-year-old: he thinks a lot about dating, he bounces around with his friends, and he's trying his hardest to get a car. Conversely, the world around him feels crazy: the United States and the Soviet Union are at glaring odds, with their leaders in a standoff, and that awful word, "nuclear," is on everyone's mind. Then, boom--Jeff learns that he has brain cancer and it's likely terminal. Well, that puts a damper on his summer plans and romantic prospects, doesn't it? Jeff's family rallies around him, but they are fiercely complicated--especially Jeff's father, a man who can't say "I love you" even during the worst of Jeff's treatment. So when the Starlight Children's Foundation offers to grant Jeff a wish, he makes one certain to earn his father's respect: he asks to travel to Moscow and meet with Mikhail Gorbachev to discuss nuclear disarmament and ending the Cold War. Nothing like achieving world peace to impress a distant father, right? Jeff has always been one to aim high. Jeff's story is dark, but it's also funny, romantic, and surprising. As his life swings from incredibly ordinary to absolutely incredible, he grapples with the big questions of mortality, war, love, hope, and miracles.Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Delacorte Press
Published: 07/02/2019
ISBN: 9780525647904
Pages: 352
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 8.30h x 5.70w x 1.20d
Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 05/01/2019
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 07/01/2019
School Library Journal 07/01/2019 pg. 59
Booklist 06/01/2019 pg. 74
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★★★★★ 5
Very image detailed, thorough history of WW II told through maps
Format: Hardcover
World War II Map by Map (DK History Map by Map) is a visually striking and informative guide to the pivotal events of World War II. Through detailed maps, the book offers a unique perspective on the war’s key battles, strategies, and turning points, providing a clear and accessible way to understand the conflict’s complex geography. Accompanied by concise descriptions and timelines, this book serves as both an educational resource and a compelling visual history. It is ideal for readers seeking a deeper understanding of the war’s global impact without feeling overwhelmed by text-heavy narratives. A must-have for history enthusiasts and visual learners alike.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2024
★★★★★ 4
Entertaining, informative, without being overwhelming.
Format: Hardcover, Format: Hardcover
Got it for, basically, half-off standard retail. At that price, it's a fine addition to the WWII library. Some interesting information displayed in a mostly entertaining way. I get that battle maps are always a challenge (maps are static - battles are dynamic). This does a fairly adequate job - better than most battle maps - though far from groundbreaking. item arrived well packed - no issues with binding (as some others seem to report). Though the book overall is a bit "warped" and several of the maps are mis-printed or mis-cut as to make them unusable. 3 bad out of 300 - not horrible - again at the price I paid. If the subject interest you - I'd suggest getting - but not a "must have".
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Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2025
★★★★★ 5
So neat
Format: Hardcover
The pages are high quality and it's a fascinating read. It's a well put together book. It's also a great gift for history buffs. Overall quality is excellent.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2026
★★★★★ 5
For the history buff or student - this is worth the purchase
Format: Hardcover
Detailed, individual maps and history on the battles of World War II. It isn’t too overwhelming for the student and is an enjoyable read for the history buff. Hardback so it will ensure lots of reading and reviews, durable pages too (not those thin, flimsy, easily tearable pages!) - this book will likely stand the test of our schooling years and beyond.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Grandson gift
Format: Hardcover
This was purchased for my grandson for Christmas and he was thrilled with it. He collects all things pertaining to WWll.
Even his friends enjoyed it. Pictures clear and easy to read.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2026
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