Michael Morpurgo's War Horse
A moving story about friendship, bravery, and the horrors of war
Michael Morpurgo's War Horse is a moving and compelling historical novel written from the point of view of Joey, a horse who is abducted from his quiet English farm and thrown into the turmoil of World War I. The story unfolds with compassion, bravery, and optimism in the face of unthinkable loss as Joey serves on both sides of the battle and forms strong ties with the people he meets.
This narrative is about the deep bond between people and animals and how people can remain strong even when things are at their worst. It has touched hearts all over the world.
Set of Books
Great for people who like The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, Private Peaceful, and Black Beauty. It's also great for anyone who like historical literature, animal stories, and stories that make them cry.
Why you should read War Horse:
A horse's view of WWI is different from everyone else's.
Good for kids, teens, and adults of all ages
Made into a movie by Steven Spielberg and an award-winning stage play
A story about love, commitment, and staying alive
"I was to learn that we were at war," a quote from the book. And war was to fight. And fighting meant death.
Translation (Sinhala): "අපි යුද්ධයක සිටින බව මට ඉගෙන ගත හැකි විය. War is fighting. "Death is the end of the battle."
Translation (Tamil): "நாங்கள் போரில் இருப்பதை நான் உணர்ந்தேன். A war is a fight. "சண்டை என்பது மரணத்தைத் தரும்."
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About the Book
War Horse is the title.
Written by Michael Morpurgo
ISBN: 9781405226660
Egmont Books is the publisher.
Year of Publication: 1982 (several other versions are available)
Pages: About 192 (in paperback)
Type: Stories for kids, historical, war, and animal stories
Age Range: 9 and up (For kids in middle school and up)
