Hitler's Canary: A Daring Tale of Wartime Adventure -- Sandi Toksvig

from yellowoasis

This is a story about the little-known (to me anyway) Danish resistence movement during the German occupation in World War Two. Young Bamse is from a theatrical family living in Copenhagen. At first, they do not understand the implications of the German occupation, especially as the story is writ...

from ChristianR

During World War II, Denmark was occupied by the Germans in order to use their factories. Ulitimately, the Jews were targeted. This story, based on fact, is of a theater family's life during the occupation and each member's role in the resistance. Bamse, the narrator, becomes involved along with ...

from eleanor_eader

Perhaps because this is written for young adults, this partly biographical account of one family's bravery during the occupation of Denmark by the Germans is very frank, and the details somewhat un-shaded beyond the fear and confusion that soon becomes a constant in young Bamse's life. Because he...

from Anager

Very decent and witty childrens book with a refreshingly civil tone. Good illustrations and a beleiveable storyline but with some faults: Uncle Johann breaks character by both chasing the servantgirl and confessing his love of Mom without any repercussions. The name of the paper Berlingske Tidend...

from hezann73

Twelve year old Bamse is the son of Denmark's most famous actress. He spends most of his free time at the theater or with his friend Anton. But that was before Germany invaded Denmark. Now Bamse spends his time worrying about his sister who is secretly dating a German solider; his brother who is ...