Uprising

From #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Jennifer A. Nielsen Comes an Unforgettable Story of Courage in the Face of Tyranny.

Inspired by a remarkable true story, Uprising plunges readers into the heart of Nazi-occupied Poland, where one young girl bravely joins the fight for freedom during the Warsaw city uprising.

Twelve-year-old Lidia's world shatters when German planes, emblazoned with the Nazi cross, unleash their devastating bombs. Poland has fallen, and Lidia's life is irrevocably changed. While her father joins the Polish army, Lidia, deemed too young for war, yearns to contribute. Back in Warsaw, amid the chilling grip of occupation, Lidia finds solace in her music but cannot ignore the suffering around her, especially the plight of the Jewish people confined to the ghetto.

Driven by a fierce desire to act, Lidia begins a dangerous path, first smuggling food and later, inspired by her brother, joining the Polish resistance as a courier. She bravely navig solusi weapons and vital messages through the perilous city streets, all while dreaming of doing more.

When the Warsaw city uprising erupts—a desperate, valiant stand by Polish nationalists a year after the historic Ghetto uprising—Lidia is on the front lines. Alongside her peers, she fights with unwavering determination, risking everything to reclaim her home and her nation's freedom from the Nazi invaders.

Drawing on the extraordinary real-life experiences of Polish teenager Lidia Zakrzewski, Jennifer A. Nielsen masterfully crafts an inspiring and dramatic account of unimaginable bravery. Uprising is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the young heroes who dared to defy an empire, willing to sacrifice their lives for freedom.

A gripping, page-turning thriller that illuminates a pivotal moment in history, perfect for readers who cherish stories of courage, hope, and the enduring fight for what's right.

Format:    Paperback
Language:    English
ISBN:    1338795090
ISBN13:    9781338795097
Release Date:    January 1
Publisher:    Scholastic Inc.
Age Range:    8 to 12 years
Grade Range:    Grades 3 to 7