Private Peaceful
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Chapter Book · 2003

Private Peaceful

By Michael Morpurgo

A young soldier faces the horrors of WW1, questioning heroism and cowardice in a single day.

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187 pages· 43,625 words
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In the trenches of WW1, a young soldier relives his past while confronting an uncertain future. As he navigates the chaos of battle, he grapples with the thin line between heroism and cowardice. This gripping tale of camaraderie and courage unfolds over 24 intense hours, revealing the brutal realities of war and the enduring power of love. Will he find redemption or be consumed by the horrors surrounding him? Dive into this atmospheric journey that captures the essence of innocence lost and bravery tested.

From the publisher

Heroism or cowardice? A stunning story of the First World War from a master storyteller.

Awards

FCBG Children’s Book Award (2004)
At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
187
Words
43,625
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
860L
Themes & topics
Books about warBooks about familyBooks about memoryBooks about loveBooks about loss
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.2
F&P level
~T
AR points
7
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
81841
Publication
Published
August 1, 2004
First published
January 1, 2003
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780007150076

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