Poppy Field

Discover a new wartime classic that beautifully intertwines history and literature. Our exquisite paperback edition offers 80 pages of storytelling crafted by two legends of children's literature, Michael Morpurgo and Michael Foreman. Inspired by the poignant history of the poppy, this captivating tale emerges as we commemorate the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day. Journey back to the trenches of war-torn Belgium, where the famous poem 'In Flanders Fields' was penned by John McCrae. This touching narrative explores the profound impact of McCrae's words, as well as the unexpected bond between the poet and a village girl who preserves his discarded draft. A perfect addition to your collection of children's wartime literature, this book sheds light on themes of remembrance, loss, and resilience. Ideal for educators and parents seeking a thoughtful read for young minds, 'Poppy Field' encourages discussions about history and humanity. Don’t miss the opportunity to inspire a love for reading and an appreciation for the significance of the poppy in remembrance culture. Order your copy today and ignite curiosity about our past through engaging storytelling.

CONDITION: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781407195889
Format: Paperback
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Publisher: SCHOLASTIC UK - LONDON
Number of Pages: 80


A new wartime classic from two legends of children's literature! As the world commemorates the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day, Michael Morpurgo and Michael Foreman have teamed up with the British Legion to tell a new story inspired by the history of the poppy. When John McCrae wrote his famous poem In Flanders Field among the trenches of war-torn Belgium, neither he nor a local village girl who saves a discarded draft of it could know what enormous power that poem would have on generations to come.