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An eagle in the snow
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- Book Synopsis
- A fictionalised account of the real-life British soldier who let Hitler live in the First World War, and his attempt to put right his mistake - from a master storyteller'Brilliant. Historical fiction at its most magnificent' Jackie FrenchBilly Byron was one of the most decorated privates of the First World War, recognised for his unrivalled bravery. But what if it were possible to save one too many lives?As a soldier, Billy spared the life of a man after a battle in 1918. But when he later recognises him as Hitler, Billy is haunted by his own kindness and attempts to change the course of history. But going against his nature might prove harder than Billy expected, even when it means stopping evil in its tracks. . .
- About The Author
- Sir Michael Morpurgo OBE FRSL FKC DL is a writer, playwright, performer and librettist. The author of more than 150 children's books, he has sold over 35 million copies worldwide and in almost 40 languages. A former teacher and vocal spokesperson for the benefits of reading for pleasure, he is currently the President of Book Trust. Between 2003-2005 he was Children's Laureate and in 2018 he was knighted for services to literature and charity. Many of Michael's books have been adapted for stage and screen, including the phenomenal National Theatre adaptation of War Horse, which has been seen by over 10 million people in over 100 cities around the world, broke the West End record for weekly ticket sales, and won 5 Tony Awards and 2 Olivier Awards. Michael is also the co-founder, with his wife Clare, of the charity Farms for City Children.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9780008638573
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Children's Books, (14 September 2023)
- Number of Pages
- 264
- Weight
- 240 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 198 x 129 x 30 mm
- Categories:
- Children's Fiction Children and Teenage: Historical Fiction Children and Teenage: Military and War Fiction General Interests and Hobbies Children and Teenage: History and the past Children and Teenage: Warfare, battles, armed forces Personal and Social Topics Children and Teenage: Emotions, moods, feelings and behaviours