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Road to War: A First World War Girl's Diary, 1916

by Valerie Wilding   |  Ages 13+
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Gripping WWI diary of a brave girl's journey.

This book would be a great read for someone interested in both history and personal narratives. Through the eyes of Daffy Rowntree, it offers a unique perspective on the First World War, taking the reader along on a harrowing journey into the battlefields of France. The diary format brings an intimate touch to the story, making it a deeply immersive and gripping read. You'll be captivated by Daffy's bravery and determination as she navigates the horrors of war to help those in need.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Road to War: A First World War Girl's Diary, 1916

by Valerie Wilding   |  Ages 13+
RM33.08 MYR Now RM14.50 MYR Save 56%
Compare to estimated retail price: RM53.09 MYR  

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ISBN: 9781407104614
Authors: Valerie Wilding
Publisher: Scholastic
Date of Publication: 2008-05-05
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Childrens Classics
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Goodreads rating: 3.8
(rated by 274 readers)

Description

It's 1917 and the Great War rages in Europe. When Daffy Rowntree's brother goes missing in action, she refuses to sit safely in England, and determines to do something to help win the war. Soon she finds herself in the mud and horror of the battlefields of France, driving an ambulance transporting the wounded of the trenches.
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Gripping WWI diary of a brave girl's journey.

This book would be a great read for someone interested in both history and personal narratives. Through the eyes of Daffy Rowntree, it offers a unique perspective on the First World War, taking the reader along on a harrowing journey into the battlefields of France. The diary format brings an intimate touch to the story, making it a deeply immersive and gripping read. You'll be captivated by Daffy's bravery and determination as she navigates the horrors of war to help those in need.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.