Story of the First World War by Paul Dowswell
This is a fascinating account of one the most destructive conflicts the world has ever known, published in association with the Imperial War Museums. It looks at the causes of the war, its great battles and catastrophes, as well as how the war affected nations and people all over the world. It features pages that are brought to life through vivid illustrations and original photographs, as well as timelines, maps and fact boxes.
A very well designed and organised overview of the war * Judge's comment - School Library Association Information Book Award *
A thought-provoking [book that] will underpin discussion* The Cork Evening Echo *
An accessible and well-presented overview of the Great War. Paul Dowswell pitches the text just right for 9-12 year olds and there is a wide range of colourful illustrations including contemporary art, photographs, posters and maps. This is an excellent book for both home and school – ideal for dipping into or for research. * The Federation of Children's Book Groups *
Includes a wealth of information in an easily accessible form and looks at the causes of the war and describes vividly what it was like to fight in it. * The Guardian *
World history is broken down into manageable chunks and presented in an accessible, narrative format. * Bookseller Children's Buyers Guide *
A thought-provoking [book that] will underpin discussion* The Cork Evening Echo *
An accessible and well-presented overview of the Great War. Paul Dowswell pitches the text just right for 9-12 year olds and there is a wide range of colourful illustrations including contemporary art, photographs, posters and maps. This is an excellent book for both home and school – ideal for dipping into or for research. * The Federation of Children's Book Groups *
Includes a wealth of information in an easily accessible form and looks at the causes of the war and describes vividly what it was like to fight in it. * The Guardian *
World history is broken down into manageable chunks and presented in an accessible, narrative format. * Bookseller Children's Buyers Guide *
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781409523468 |
| ISBN 10 | 1409523462 |
| Title | Story of the First World War |
| Author | Paul Dowswell |
| Series | Narrative Non Fiction |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Usborne Publishing Ltd |
| Year published | 2014-01-01 |
| Number of pages | 96 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |