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The Winged Watchman (Living History Library (Warsaw, N.D.).) | 
 enlarge | Author: Hilda Van Stockum
Publisher: Bethlehem Books
Category: Book
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Rating:  12 reviews
Sales Rank: 27144
Media: Paperback
Reading Level: Young Adult
Pages: 191
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.6
ISBN: 1883937078
EAN: 9781883937072
ASIN: 1883937078
Publication Date: October 1995
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A book not to be forgotten July 22, 2002
Yumuri (NY USA)
15 out of 16 found this review helpful
The Nazi occupations of neighboring European countries is not a subject that is well addressed in children's literature. Here is a chance for young and old alike to face the impact the Nazi occupation had on The Netherlands. It is a fantastic tale of bravery and faith amid the inhumanity of the Nazi mentality and those who cooperated with them. We see how the Nazis courted a young man, known to be bad anyway, for the task of spying and informing on his neighbors. we see how even his own faily was afraid of this youth's power and its abuse. But, we also see the strength of the Dutch character as they suffered hunger , bombings and loss of life and property. Von Stockum has clearly exposed the evil of the Nazis but she has shown the courage of those who fought them. memorable and so appropiate after Sept. 11th.
CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL FICTION DONE WELL! A KEEPER! August 2, 2000
BeatleBangs1964 (United States)
13 out of 14 found this review helpful
I have loved this book since I was a child. It is a fascinating portrayal of life in Holland during the Second World War. It is replete with Dutch customs, such as the significance of the different positions of windmill blades. I really enjoyed the description of the Dutch Christmas with "Sinterklaas." It helps to put a human face on those who suffered during the war. The central characters take in a child whose family was captured by Nazis and raise her along with their children. The description of how Trixie's foster mother teaches her to respond to her natural mother when they are reunited at the end of the war will warm one's heart. The real heroes are "Kees Kip," who might be loosely based on Wallenberg, a humanitarian now famous for saving the lives of many during the war. It is a wonderful book. Please read it.
The Winged Watchman November 18, 2003
cheeto1 (michigan)
13 out of 14 found this review helpful
The Winged Watchman is a fictional story about a Dutch family, the Verhagens, who live in a mill in the middle of WWII. They include Mother, Father, Joris, and Dirk Jan. Throughout the process of the book there are many additions to the Verhagen family. They include Trixie (a little Jewish girl who's parents were taken away at the beginning of the war), Freya (an abused dog rescued by Joris), Charles (an English aviator), Uncle Cor (a member of the Underground Resistance Movement), Koba and Betsy (two young girls who came to stay with them because of lack of food at their own house), and Hildebrand (a young man who was interested in studying rather than working in the resistance). The Verhagen family eventually becomes very involved in the resistance movement. It is sad when Uncle Cor dies, but the book actually has a very happy theme to it. This book mixes adventure, history, and suspense, and it's okay for children. They do mention shooting and concentration camps, but they aren't graphically described. They don't happen at the same time. They are mentioned as something that happened somewhere else. This book is a perfect example of the spirit of teamwork.
A Must Read for Today's Children April 25, 2006
Dindy Robinson (Arlington, TX United States)
13 out of 13 found this review helpful
I loved The winged Watchman when I was growing up and am pleased to see that it has been reissued for a whole new generation of readers. In my opinion, it should be required reading for all kids-- it depicts a family living under Nazi occupation and facing it with courage. The Vorhagen Family lives in the Netherlands, and as the occupation and the war proceeds, the family becomes more drawn into the resistance movement.
They shelter several refugees from the Nazis-- Trixie, a baby whose mother has been sent to a conentration camp, Charles, an airman who is hiding from the Nazi troops, Koba and Betsy, who take refuge with the Verhagens because they have nothing to eat in their own home, and Hildebrand, a student who wishes to study rather than fight. With frequent visits from Uncle Cor, who is active in the resistance, the family draws together, determined not to succumb to the brutality they see all around them.
This book serves as an excellent example to children of a family's bravery and of the importance of doing the right thing. It's a terrific book and is one that will touch your children's hearts as it is teaching them a valuable lesson.
This should be a movie! April 9, 2001
11 out of 12 found this review helpful
I just finished reading the Winged Watchman to my three sons. The book is so full of good stories and endearing challenges the families of WWII faced that I know I will read it again. The lessons are well thought out and full of deep meaning and inspiring faith journeys, while cheering and funny events keep the grave reality of WAR in good perspective. The final scene recognizing the blessing of family brought tears to my eyes, while my boys listened in awe... The comments on MOTHERS is worth reading the whole book alone!
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