by Foreman, Michael,
[ 02. English Fiction ] Published by : Pavilion Children's Books, (London :) Physical details: 1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 19 x 26 cm. Subject(s): World War, 1914-1918 --Fiction. | Death --Fiction. Year : 2006
Item type :
02. English Fiction
| Location | Call Number | Status | Date Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Elementary School | F FOR | Available |
"War Game" is the partly fictionalised account of three young men's involvement in the true story of the football game played between German and English troops in no man's land on Christmas Day in 1914. Using a mixture of factual illustrations and Foreman's stunning watercolour pictures, the book begins with a football game in the fields of Suffolk, and follows their journey to the fields of Flanders and the realisation of their dream to play for England. This is a touching and emotive story for children and adults to treasure.