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Hitler's Canary

By: Sandi Toksvig
Narrated by: Sandi Toksvig
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It's April 1940 and German troops are pouring onto the streets of Denmark. 12-year-old Bamse is ordered by his father to keep his head down and stay out of trouble. But Bamse and his daring friend Anton can't resist playing the occasional practical joke on the invading soldiers. When it becomes clear that the trouble isn't just going to pass them by, the people of Denmark decide to take action and Bamse and his eccentric family are about to take part in one of history's most dramatic rescues - smuggling Denmark's Jewish population, across the water to Sweden and safety.

Many of the characters are based on Sandi's own family, including her father, Bamse, and the book was inspired by the stories her told to her.

©2005 Sandi Toksvig (P)2020 Penguin Audio Geography & Cultures Historical Fiction Literature & Fiction Music & Performing Arts Heartfelt Inspiring

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This was both educational and fantastic to listen to.. I’ve passed to my teenage daughter to read.. it would make a great movie I’m sure.

What a fantastic story. Loved it.

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This story is real, informative and moving. it is realistic and vividly conveys the overpowering senses of fear, uncertainty and determination to fight of normal people on both sides of the struggle. it is very suitable for older children to learn about WWII without getting nightmares or anxiety as a result. I cannot recommend this book strongly enough.

Exquisite

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Sandi has done a remarkable job writing this story, but reading it takes it to another level. She puts the emotions into each word . I found myself crying throughout . A fantastic book.

Emotional listen

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It’s always great to hear a book read by its author and this story is exceptional due to its basis in fact and family history. A wonderful book that I devoured in one afternoon

Wonderful characters demonstrating everyday heroism

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I loved how the details made me feel that I had been to Denmark. I think it would he a good book for teenagers to read.

History

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