Summer of My German Soldier Free Audiobook Download by Bette Greene
When the German soldier, named Falk, tells his family about what it is like to be a soldier during World War II, their opinions are vastly different. His mother thinks that he is making it up and that "[he] should learn how to earn an honest living." His father is proud and excited for his son to go fight for Germany.
In the summer of 1944, during World War II, Bette Greene's younger brother goes to Europe. He returns home with a new fiancé and a good deal of guilt over interactions with Nazi soldiers. After his death in 1973, she writes down his experiences and publishes the book "Summer of My German Soldier" which is narrated by [the character 'Dale Dickey']
This audiobook is about a young girl finding strength inside herself to keep the hope alive during WWII. The book has great life lessons and I would recommend it to anyone interested in the war or if they are looking for a good read.
Bette Greene's Summer of My German Soldier is an inspiring story that follows the life of a Jewish girl through WWII in Germany. She moves to Germany with her family and soon meets a young man who falls in love with her. This audiobook download also has narration by Dale Dickey.
Bette Greene's compelling novel follows the life of a young German soldier, Rudy who joins Hitler's army when he is still in school. The story opens with Rudy being sent to his first day at a new school where he meets Marlena, a baroness, and falls for her instantly. She agrees to help him as long as he promises to marry her after he gets out of the army. Rudy makes good on his promise but it isn't until years later that he realizes what has been happening during this time period.
Bette Greene's best-selling novel, Summer of My German Soldier, is a fictionalized account of her travels during World War II with her husband in Germany. When they are captured by the Nazis, they meet many interesting people who show them what war is really like.
Published Date | 2012-04-20 |
Duration | 7 hours 36 minutes |
Author | Bette Greene |
Narrated | Dale Dickey |
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Abridged | No |
Is It Free? | 30-days Free |
Category | Kids |
Parent Category | Historical, Health & Family |