Private Peaceful

A stunning edition of this modern classic of World War One, featuring an introduction by the author and insightful testimonies from soldiers.Told in the voice of Private Tommo Peaceful, the story follows twenty-four hours at the front, and captures his memories of his family and his village life - by no means as tranquil as it appeared.Full of vivid detail and engrossing atmosphere, leading to a dramatic and moving conclusion, Private Peaceful is both a compelling love story and a deeply moving account of the First World War.Extra material:- Introduction by Michael Morpurgo- Inspiration letter by Michael Morpurgo- Background on the execution of British soldiers in WW1 for cowardice, including personal testimony from soldiers

ISBN:	9780007486441
Publisher:	HarperCollins Publishers
Imprint:	HarperCollins Children's Books
Published date:	02 Jun 2016
DEWEY:	823.914
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Sales rank:	1829
Number of pages:	184
Weight:	188g
Height:	130mm
Width:	197mm
Spine width:	18mm

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