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Description
Weapons of Mass Destruction: Illicit Trade and Trafficking by Susan Wright is a nonfiction book that examines the illegal trade and trafficking of weapons of mass destruction. The book explores how these dangerous weapons are developed and distributed, as well as the methods and locations involved in their production. It also covers the efforts of law enforcement and authorities to combat this illicit trade and prevent potential attacks. The book is written for upper high school students at a reading level of 10.2.
Quick Summary
This book pulls back the curtain on one of the world's most dangerous black markets, revealing the shadowy networks that move weapons across borders and the undercover agents working to stop them before it's too late. Readers will dive into the real-life cat-and-mouse game between international traffickers and the authorities trying to stop them, all while learning exactly how these devastating weapons are built and hidden. If your kid loves true crime podcasts, documentaries about global crime syndicates, or books like "The Darkest Hours" by Kenneth Turan, they'll be hooked on this eye-opening investigation into the dark side of world politics. Perfect for teens in grades 9 through 12 who want to understand the real-world thrillers happening behind the headlines.