The Tortoise and the Soldier

A Story of Courage and Friendship in World War I

Kids, People and Places, Biography, Fiction, Historical, Fiction - YA
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Author: Michael Foreman ISBN: 9781627791748
Publisher: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR) Publication: November 24, 2015
Imprint: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR) Language: English
Author: Michael Foreman
ISBN: 9781627791748
Publisher: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
Publication: November 24, 2015
Imprint: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
Language: English

As a boy, Henry Friston dreamed of traveling the world. He thought he was signing up for a lifetime of adventure when he joined the Royal Navy. But when World War I begins, it launches the world, and Henry, into turmoil. While facing enemy fire at Gallipoli, Henry discovers the strength he needs to survive in an unexpected source: a tortoise. And so begins the friendship of a lifetime. Based on true events, and with charming illustrations, this story of war, courage, and friendship will win the hearts of readers.

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As a boy, Henry Friston dreamed of traveling the world. He thought he was signing up for a lifetime of adventure when he joined the Royal Navy. But when World War I begins, it launches the world, and Henry, into turmoil. While facing enemy fire at Gallipoli, Henry discovers the strength he needs to survive in an unexpected source: a tortoise. And so begins the friendship of a lifetime. Based on true events, and with charming illustrations, this story of war, courage, and friendship will win the hearts of readers.

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