Bartali's Bicycle: The True Story of Gino Bartali, Italy's Secret Hero - by Megan Hoyt (Hardcover)

Gino's Bicycle: The Inspiring True Story of a Cycling Hero's Secret Resistance Discover the incredible true story of Gino Bartali, an Italian cyclist who became a champion and a secret hero during World War II.

This compelling nonfiction picture book for elementary-age readers tells the inspiring tale of how Gino used his bicycle to save hundreds of Jewish men, women, and children, and others, from certain death. With clear, descriptive sentences and striking artwork, this book brings to light the lesser-known heroism of Gino Bartali during one of history's darkest moments.

Learn how he secretly worked with the Italian resistance to save lives using the one thing no authority would question: his bicycle. This engaging and timely reminder of what true courage is will inspire young readers to empathize with Gino's dilemma and understand the incredible bravery of this quiet and modest man.

Don't miss out on this beau-ti-ful and infor-ma-tive new pic-ture book biog-ra-phy of Bar-tali, Highly rec-om-mend-ed by the Jewish Book Council.