The Birds of Flanders Fields

The Birds of Flanders Fields is a moving historical fiction story set during World War I in 1916. Two birds, Lucky and Buffy, live on opposite sides of No Man’s Land surrounded by trenches, explosions, and danger. As the war continues, the birds try to understand why humans are fighting and hope to bring comfort and peace to the soldiers below. Through emotional storytelling and detailed illu…

King of the Cloud Forests

Ashley, a young boy, is forced to flee from China during World War II and finds himself on a perilous journey across the Himalayas. Along the way, he is saved by a mysterious group of yetis, who become his protectors and family in the mountains. Morpurgo blends wartime adventure with myth and environmental themes, creating a moving story about survival, belonging, and the power of kindness a…

Battle Story: Loos 1915

Battle Story: Loos 1915 examines the largest British offensive of 1915 on the Western Front during World War I. The book covers the background, the planning, the use of poison gas for the first time by the British, the course of the battle, and its heavy casualties. Maps, illustrations, and first-hand accounts make this a concise and accessible overview for readers of military history.

Battle Story: Arnhem 1944

Battle Story: Arnhem 1944 provides a clear, concise account of Operation Market Garden, the ill-fated Allied attempt to secure bridges in the Netherlands during World War II. The book explains the planning, the airborne assault, the German counterattacks, and the eventual Allied retreat, supported with maps, photographs, and eyewitness accounts. It is written in an accessible style for readers …

LITTLE PEOPLE BIG DREAMS: ANNE FRANK

Anne Frank was born in Germany to a loving family. But when World War II broke out, Anne and her family had to hide in a secret annex in Amsterdam. Here, Anne wrote her famous diary, describing her belief in people's goodness and her hopes for peace. After the war, her diary captured the hearts of the public and she became one of the most important diarists of the 20th century. This moving book…

THE HISTORY OF PEARL HARBOR: A WORLD WAR II BOOK FOR NEW READERS

On December 7, 1941, the Japanese military launched a surprise attack against the Pearl Harbor naval base in Oahu, Hawaii. The next day, President Roosevelt declared war and America entered into World War 2. Go on a suspenseful journey with this colorfully illustrated story about World War 2 for kids. It takes you through all the events that led up to the attack on Pearl Harbor, the attack itse…

WHAT WAS WORLD WAR I?

In 1914, the assassination of an Austrian archduke set off a disastrous four-year-long conflict involving dozens of countries with battles taking place in all parts of the world. World War I was the first to use planes and tanks as well as deadly gases that left soldiers blinded or “shell shocked” (a condition now called Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome). There were battles that lasted for mo…

HORRIBLE HISTORIES: SPIES: WARNING: WWII SECRET AGENTS INSIDE

Horrible Histories Spies is the indispensable guide for aspiring secret agents in blood-curdling colour. From cracking codes to the pitfalls of navigating camel poo in the desert - HORRIBLE HISTORIES fans can discover if they have everything it took to be a Second World War spy. 2013 is HORRIBLE HISTORIES' twentieth anniversary.

HORRIBLE HISTORIES: FRIGHTFUL FIRST WORLD WAR

All the foul facts about the Frightful First World War are ready to uncover, including: what the 'Fat King' did with food scraps and dead horses, how sniffing your own pee could save your life in a gas attack and why a pair of old socks gave away top German secrets. As featured on BBC Bitesize, and refreshed with a fantastic new design, these bestselling titles are sure to be a huge hit w…

HORRIBLE HISTORIES: WOEFUL SECOND WORLD WAR

Edition

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ISBN/ISSN

978-1407-16391-8

Collation

139 p. ; ill. ; 20 cm.

Series Title

Horrible Histories

Call Number

940.53 DEA h c.1 201930195