A Secret Diary of the First World War - Fact-tastic Stories from Scotland's History (Paperback)

What was the First World War really like? Step into the boots of 14-year-old soldier James Marchbank and find out. Inspired by the real-life diary of a Scottish boy soldier, each easy-to-read chapter mixes James's story with timelines, letters, diagrams and illustrations to create a fact-tastic account of the First World War, which is both fun and emotionally engaging for younger readers. Why was rat hunting a popular hobby in the trenches? How did parachuting pigeons help win the war? Why would a really good friend rub whale oil on your feet? What did it feel like to be a teenager at war? Take a journey through time and discover all the most important and incredible bits of the First World War. A Secret Diary of the First World War is the first in a new brilliant series, which blends together intriguing facts and fascinating fiction to bring the most exciting, gruesome and crucial moments of Scottish history alive for young readers.

General

Imprint:	Floris Books
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Young Kelpies, 1
Release date:	July 2018
Authors:	Gill Arbuthnott
Illustrators:	Darren Gate
Dimensions:	197 x 158 x 9mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	144
ISBN-13:	978-1-78250-527-3
Categories:	Books > Children's & Educational > Fiction > Historical fiction Books > Children's & Educational > Social studies > Warfare & defence > General Books > Children's Fiction & Fun > Historical Fiction Books > Children's Fiction & Fun > General Promotions
LSN:	1-78250-527-X
Barcode:	9781782505273

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