The war at home
by John F. Wukovits
American War Library; Korean War
Reading Level 10-11 Intense (Lvl 4)
Ages 13+
The text is written at a 10th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
Set against the backdrop of the Korean War, this story explores how global conflict deeply affects families and communities back home. It reveals the struggles of individuals coping with trauma, addiction, and violence while trying to find hope amidst hardship. Readers will witness the powerful emotional toll war takes beyond the battlefield.
Representation & Themes
War & ConflictFamilyHistoricalSocial JusticeMental Health
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — Intense Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
Content Flags
Loss & Grief Domestic Violence Addiction Alcohol Abuse Torture Physical Danger Mental Health PTSD Emotional
Data confidence: standard
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Details
- ISBN
- 1590182626
- Pages
- 128
- Publisher
- Lucent Books
- Published
- 2004
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 30,561
Genres
Korean War, 1950-1953
Subjects
Korean War, 1950-1953 -- United States -- Juvenile literature.Korean War, 1950-1953 -- Social aspects -- Juvenile literature.Korean War, 1950-1953 -- United States.United States -- History -- 1945-1953 -- Juvenile literature.United States -- Social conditions -- 1945- -- Juvenile literature.United States -- History -- 1945-1953.United States -- Social conditions -- 1945-