60 pages 2 hours read

Judith Schiess Avila, Chester Nez

Code Talker: The First and Only Memoir By One of the Original Navajo Code Talkers of WWII

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2013

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Code Talker: The First and Only Memoir By One of the Original Navajo Code Talkers of WWII by Chester Nez and Judith Schiess Avila offers a firsthand account of Nez's experiences in WWII, providing valuable historical insight. Praise focuses on its authenticity and engaging narrative. Criticism includes occasional repetitive segments and a lack of broader context.

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Who Should Read Code Talker?

Readers who enjoy Code Talker: The First and Only Memoir By One of the Original Navajo Code Talkers of WWII by Chester Nez and Judith Schiess Avila are typically history buffs, WWII enthusiasts, and those interested in Native American culture. Similar books include Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand and The Navajo Code Talkers by Doris A. Paul.

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Reading Age

12+years

Book Details

Topics
History: World
Military / War
Genre
Biography
Themes
Identity: Indigenous
Society: Education
Society: Nation