About the book
\"Readers who choose the book for the attraction of Navajo code talking and the heat of battle will come away with more than they ever expected to find.\"—Booklist, starred review
Throughout World War II, in the conflict fought against Japan, Navajo code talkers were a crucial part of the U.S. effort, sending messages back and forth in an unbreakable code that used their native language. They braved some of the heaviest fighting of the war, and with their code, they saved countless American lives. Yet their story remained classified for more than twenty years.
But now Joseph Bruchac brings their stories to life for young adults through the riveting fictional tale of Ned Begay, a sixteen-year-old Navajo boy who becomes a code talker. His grueling journey is eye-opening and inspiring. This deeply affecting novel honors all of those young men, like Ned, who dared to serve, and it honors the culture and language of the Navajo Indians.
An ALA Best Book for Young Adults
\"Nonsensational and accurate, Bruchac's tale is quietly inspiring...\"—School Library Journal
Editions of Code Talker
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780803729216
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780142405963
- EBook
- ISBN 9781101664803
Read an Excerpt
\"Readers who choose the book for the attraction of Navajo code talking and the heat of battle will come away with more than they ever expected to find.\"—Booklist, starred review
Throughout World War II, in the conflict fought against Japan, Navajo code talkers were a crucial part of the U.S. effort, sending messages back and forth in an unbreakable code that used their native language. They braved some of the heaviest fighting of the war, and with their code, they saved countless American lives. Yet their story remained classified for more than twenty years.
But now Joseph Bruchac brings their stories to life for young adults through the riveting fictional tale of Ned Begay, a sixteen-year-old Navajo boy who becomes a code talker. His grueling journey is eye-opening and inspiring. This deeply affecting novel honors all of those young men, like Ned, who dared to serve, and it honors the culture and language of the Navajo Indians.
An ALA Best Book for Young Adults
\"Nonsensational and accurate, Bruchac's tale is quietly inspiring...\"—School Library Journal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Code Talker about?
\"Readers who choose the book for the attraction of Navajo code talking and the heat of battle will come away with more than they ever expected to find.\"—Booklist, starred review
Throughout World War II, in the conflict fought against Japan, Navajo code talkers were a crucial part of the U.S. effort, sending messages back and forth in an unbreakable code that used their native language. They braved some of the heaviest fighting of the war, and with their code, they saved countless American lives. Yet their story remained classified for more than twenty years.
But now Joseph Bruchac brings their stories to life for young adults through the riveting fictional tale of Ned Begay, a sixteen-year-old Navajo boy who becomes a code talker. His grueling journey is eye-opening and inspiring. This deeply affecting novel honors all of those young men, like Ned, who dared to serve, and it honors the culture and language of the Navajo Indians.
An ALA Best Book for Young Adults
\"Nonsensational and accurate, Bruchac's tale is quietly inspiring...\"—School Library Journal
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Code Talker?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Historical fiction
Where can I read a sample of Code Talker?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780803729216
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Code Talker?
Joseph Bruchac
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Code Talker is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780803729216) and paperback(ISBN 9780142405963) and ebook(ISBN 9781101664803)
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