Other editions of book Breakout! Escape from Alcatraz

Illustrated in full color. Alcatraz, San Francisco's number one tourist attraction, played a pivotal role in American history from the 1930s through the 1960s housing some of the nation's most notorious criminals. Teachers can use this gripping true account to trigger discussion on such topics as the Great Depression, the FBI, Native American history, and our criminal justice system. Escape-story fans, true-crime aficionados, and history buffs will want to make a quick getaway to read all about the legendary landmark they call "The Rock."

Illustrated in full color. Alcatraz, San Francisco's number one tourist attraction, played a pivotal role in American history from the 1930s through the 1960s housing some of the nation's most notorious criminals. Teachers can use this gripping true account to trigger discussion on such topics as the Great Depression, the FBI, Native American history, and our criminal justice system. Escape-story fans, true-crime aficionados, and history buffs will want to make a quick getaway to read all about the legendary landmark they call "The Rock."