History on trial
Deborah E. Lipstadt
History on trial
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
My Day in Court with David Irving
by Deborah E. Lipstadt
The text is written at a 9th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
A determined scholar faces a powerful Holocaust denier in a gripping courtroom battle that exposes dangerous lies and extremist views. Through steadfast courage and expert legal defense, the truth about history and justice emerges, revealing how hatred can hide behind twisted facts. This compelling account shines a light on the fight to protect truth in the face of denial and distortion.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 9-10 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include historical atrocities, social discrimination, legal conflict. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0060593768
- Pages
- 346
- Publisher
- Ecco
- Published
- 2005
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 115,077
- Read-Aloud
- ~12h 47m
- Text Density
- Dense