Letters from a World War II G.I.
by Keith Winston
In Their Own Words (Grolier)
Reading Level 7 Moderate (Lvl 3)
Ages 13+
The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Experience the heartfelt letters of a World War II soldier as he shares his fears, hopes, and daily life with his family. These personal messages reveal the courage and dedication behind the uniform during a time of global conflict. Journey through the challenges of war alongside a young GI striving for peace and a better tomorrow.
Representation & Themes
HistoricalFamilyComing of AgeWar & Conflict
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — Moderate Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Commitment & Hope Physical/Safety: Realistic Violence
Data confidence: standard
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Details
- ISBN
- 0531112128
- Pages
- 144
- Published
- 1995
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 28,288
Genres
Juvenile Nonfiction
Subjects
Winston, Keith, 1912-1970 -- Correspondence.Winston, Sarah -- Correspondence.United States. Army. Infantry Regiment, 398th. Battalion, 2d -- Biography.United States. Army -- Medical personnel -- Biography.World War, 1939-1945 -- Personal narratives, American.World War, 1939-1945 -- Regimental histories -- United States.V-Mail.