War Horse
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Chapter Book · Ages 11–15 · 1982 · Est. 3.5 hour read

War Horse

By Michael Morpurgo

Book #1 in the War Horse series

A horse's journey through war tests loyalty and hope.

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176 pages· 37,433 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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In 1914, Joey, a farm horse, is sold to the army and thrust into the chaos of World War I. Amidst the horrors of battle, Joey's courage inspires soldiers, yet his heart longs for Albert, the farmer's son he left behind. As he charges into enemy lines and carries the wounded, Joey wonders if the war will ever end and if he will reunite with Albert. Can hope and loyalty survive the ravages of war, or will Joey's journey lead him further from home?

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A powerful tale of war, redemption, and a hero’s journey. In 1914, Joey, a beautiful bay-red foal with a distinctive cross on his nose, is sold to the army and thrust into the midst of the war on the Western Front. With his officer, he charges toward the enemy, witnessing the horror of the battles in France. But even in the desolation of the trenches, Joey’s courage touches the soldiers around him and he is able to find warmth and hope. But his heart aches for Albert, the farmer’s son he left behind. Will he ever see his true master again?

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Format
Pages
176
Words
37,433
Reading age
11–15
Audience
Young Adult
Themes & topics
Books about World War IBooks about horsesBooks about animalsBooks about cultureBooks about war
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Book details

Publication
Published
September 1, 2010
First published
June 3, 1982
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780439796644

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