This nonfiction book tells the story of Varian Fry, an ordinary New Yorker, who travelled to southern France at the beginning of World War II. Intending to stay only 2 weeks, the original purpose of his trip was to assist artists, writers, scientists, and other "important" people escape to the U.S. He ended up staying in France for two years and helped over 2000 people escape from the Nazis. He and his staff forged documents, hid information in toothpaste tubes, and sneaked people through the mountains across the border into Spain.
This book tells a true story that often reads like a novel filled with history, close calls, spies, and villains. Written for young people, it is a quick read with historical information clearly explained and put into context. It would be especially appropriate for Western Civilization and U.S. History class.
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