ISBN: 9780670077427 - unknown (5 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Like many of his mates from the bush, Frank Ballantyne is keen to join the grand adventure and do his bit. Specially as a chest full of medals might impress the currently unimpressed parents of his childhood sweetheart. So Frank ups his age and volunteers with his horse Daisy.and his dad. In the deserts of Egypt and Palestine he experiences all the adventure he ever wanted, and a few things he wasn't expecting. Heartbreak, love and the chance to make the most important choice of his life. From Gallipoli to the famous charge at Beersheba, through to the end of the war and its unforgettable aftermath, Frank's story grows out of some key moments in Australia's history. In 2014 Morris Gleitzman promises to captivate his fans yet again with another heart-rending and compelling novel set in wartime. Once, Then, After and Now took us inside young people in World War Two. Loyal Creatures is the story of a sixteen-year-old volunteer and his horse in World War One. Ages 8+. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Morris Gleitzman, Penguin Random House Australia. A heart-rending journey of friendship and bravery, as a boy and his horse forge an unbreakable bond while navigating a world at war. 'Tender and terrible; beautiful, brave and brutal . one of very best novels I have read.' Michael Morpurgo *NOTABLE BOOK - CBCA Book of the Year Awards 2015* *SHORTLISTED - Australian Book Industry Awards 2015* *SHORTLISTED - REAL Children's Choice Awards 2016* *SHORTLISTED - Speech Pathology Australia Book of the Year Awards 2015* They were loyal creatures, the men and horses of the Australian Light Horse, but war doesn't always pay heed to loyalty. This is the powerful story of a 16-year-old volunteer and his horse in World War One and the journey towards his own kind of bravery. Like many of his mates from the bush, Frank Ballantyne is keen to join the grand adventure and do his bit. Specially as a chest full of medals might impress the currently unimpressed parents of his childhood sweetheart. So Frank ups his age and volunteers with his horse Daisy . and his dad. In the deserts of Egypt and Palestine he experiences all the adventure he ever wanted, and a few things he wasn't expecting. Heartbreak, love and the chance to make the most important choice of his life. From Gallipoli to the famous charge at Beersheba, through to the end of the war and its unforgettable aftermath, Frank's story grows out of some key moments in Australia's history. 'A poignant and deeply moving tale of friendship, loyalty and courage, and the bravest act of love.' Kids' Book Review ------------------ PRAISE FOR MORRIS GLEITZMAN 'Readers can't get enough of him.' The Independent 'A brilliantly funny writer' Sunday Telegraph 'A virtuoso demonstration of how you can make comedy out of the most unlikely subject' Sunday Times 'He is one of the finest examples of a writer who can make humour stem from the things that really matter in life.' The GuardianMorris Gleitzman (Author) Morris Gleitzman grew up in England and came to Australia when he was sixteen. After university he worked for ten years as a screenwriter. Then he had a wonderful experience. He wrote a novel for young people. Now, after 44 books, he's one of Australia's most popular authors. He was appointed the Australian Children's Laureate for 2018-2019. Paperback.…

Medium Trade Paperback. Zustand: Good. First Edition. Medium Trade Paperback. 160 pages. *** PUBLISHING DETAILS: Viking, 2014. First Edition. *** CONDITION: This book is in good condition. More specifically: Covers have moderate creasing. Edges of covers have moderate edgewear and corners are moderately bumped. Spine is uncreased. . Pages are lightly tanned and lightly creased. *** ABOUT THIS BOOK: Like many of his mates from the bush, Frank Ballantyne is keen to join the grand adventure and do his bit. Specially as a chestfull of medals might impress the currently unimpressed parents of his childhood sweetheart. So Frank ups his age and volunteers with his horse, Daisy.and his dad. In the deserts of Egypt and Palestine he experiences all the adventure he ever wanted, and a few things he wasn't expecting. Heartbreak, love, and the chance to make the most important choice of his life. From Gallipoli to the famous charge at Beersheba, through to the end of the war and its unforgettable aftermath, Frank's story grows out of some key moments in Australia's history. They were loyal creatures, the men and horses of the Australian Light Horse, but war doesn't always pay heed to loyalty. This is the powerful story of a young man's journey towards his own kind of bravery. *** Quantity Available: 1. Category: Children & Young Adult; Teenage Fiction; ISBN/EAN: 9780670077427. Inventory No: 21070120.…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Like many of his mates from the bush, Frank Ballantyne is keen to join the grand adventure and do his bit. Specially as a chest full of medals might impress the currently unimpressed parents of his childhood sweetheart. So Frank ups his age and volunteers with his horse Daisy.and his dad. In the deserts of Egypt and Palestine he experiences all the adventure he ever wanted, and a few things he wasn't expecting. Heartbreak, love and the chance to make the most important choice of his life. From Gallipoli to the famous charge at Beersheba, through to the end of the war and its unforgettable aftermath, Frank's story grows out of some key moments in Australia's history. In 2014 Morris Gleitzman promises to captivate his fans yet again with another heart-rending and compelling novel set in wartime. Once, Then, After and Now took us inside young people in World War Two. Loyal Creatures is the story of a sixteen-year-old volunteer and his horse in World War One. Ages 8+. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Like many of his mates from the bush, Frank Ballantyne is keen to join the grand adventure and do his bit. Specially as a chest full of medals might impress the currently unimpressed parents of his childhood sweetheart. So Frank ups his age and volunteers with his horse Daisy.and his dad. In the deserts of Egypt and Palestine he experiences all the adventure he ever wanted, and a few things he wasn't expecting. Heartbreak, love and the chance to make the most important choice of his life. From Gallipoli to the famous charge at Beersheba, through to the end of the war and its unforgettable aftermath, Frank's story grows out of some key moments in Australia's history. In 2014 Morris Gleitzman promises to captivate his fans yet again with another heart-rending and compelling novel set in wartime. Once, Then, After and Now took us inside young people in World War Two. Loyal Creatures is the story of a sixteen-year-old volunteer and his horse in World War One. Ages 8+. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…