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Private Peaceful - (After Words) by Michael Morpurgo (Paperback)
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Highlights
- From the Children's Laureate of England, a stunning novel of the First World War, a boy who is on its front lines, and a childhood remembered.
- 224 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Historical
- Series Name: After Words
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About the Book
As the enemy lurks in the darkness, Thomas struggles to stay awake through the night. He has lived through the terror of gas attacks and watched friends die by his side. But in the morning, Thomas will be forced to confront an even greater horror.As the minutes tick by, Thomas remembers his childhood spent deep in the countryside with his mother, his brothers, and Molly, the love of his life. But each minute that passes brings Thomas closer to something he can't bear to to think about--the moment when the war and its horrific consequences will change his life forever.
Book Synopsis
From the Children's Laureate of England, a stunning novel of the First World War, a boy who is on its front lines, and a childhood remembered. Includes After Words bonus features.As the enemy lurks in the darkness, Thomas struggles to stay awake through the night. He has lived through the terror of gas attacks and watched friends die by his side. But in the morning, Thomas will be forced to confront an even greater horror. As the minutes tick by, Thomas remembers his childhood spent deep in the countryside with his mother, his brothers, and Molly, the love of his life. But each minute that passes brings Thomas closer to something he can't bear to to think about--the moment when the war and its horrific consequences will change his life forever.About the Author
Michael Morpurgo, former Children's Laureate of Britain, is the author of War Horse, called "Superb" by the New York Times Book Review, and now a major motion picture. His other prize-winning books include Kensuke's Kingdom, Private Peaceful, and The Amazing Story of Adolphus Tips. Michael lives in England, with his wife, Clare. Together, they founded the charity Farms for City Children, which gives children from urban areas an opportunity to spend a week working on a farm. Learn more at michaelmorpurgo.org.Dimensions (Overall): 7.06 Inches (H) x 4.04 Inches (W) x .6 Inches (D)
Weight: .24 Pounds
Suggested Age: 12-17 Years
Number of Pages: 224
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Historical
Series Title: After Words
Publisher: Scholastic Paperbacks
Format: Paperback
Author: Michael Morpurgo
Language: English
Street Date: May 1, 2006
TCIN: 53755626
UPC: 9780439636537
Item Number (DPCI): 248-01-8205
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 0.24 pounds
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