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Private Peaceful by Michael Morpurgo, Diane Ménard, Simon Reade · Booklabria

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Michael Morpurgo, Diane Ménard, Simon Reade
Private Peaceful

HistoryYoung adult

Private Peaceful

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First published: 1962
Editions: 30 in 4 languages

Synopsis

When Thomas Peaceful's older brother is forced to join the British Army, Thomas decides to sign up as well, although he is only fourteen years old, to prove himself to his country, his family, his childhood love, Molly, and himself.

Subjects: History
Young adult
Children's fiction
Romans, nouvelles
Brothers and sisters
Great britain
Set in: England
Great Britain
Ying guo
Time: Xian Dai; George V, 1910-1936

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Editions

30 in 4 languages

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English22 French4 Chinese1 Spanish1

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