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Private Peaceful by Michael Morpurgo

ISBN: 9780007312054
Release Date: 01 Dec 2008
Average rating: (read by 39 members)

Categories: Historical fiction

Heroism or cowardice? A stunning story of the First World War from a master storyteller. Told in the voice of a young soldier, the story follows 24 hours in his life at the front during WW1, and captures his memories as he looks back over his life. Full of stunningly researched detail and engrossing atmosphere, the book leads to a dramatic and moving conclusion. Both a love story and a deeply moving account of the horrors of the First World War, this book will reach everyone from 9 to 90.

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	flowergal
	Rated it 1 months ago

Very good, gives a good picture of life as a soldier!

	Darcygirl
	Rated it 2 months ago

Very very good

	AinePower
	Rated it 4 months ago

I really enjoyed this book and even though it has been several years since i last read it, it has alwasys stuck in my mind as a poinient and moving book. A definate must read for anybody aged between about 11 and 15 but a good read for any age.

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