Private Peaceful (1962)
197 pages 4.2/5 Goodreads
When Thomas Peaceful's older brother is forced to join the British Army, Thomas decides to sign up as well, although he is only fourteen years old, to prove himself to his country, his family, his childhood love, Molly, and himself.
Author: Michael Morpurgo, Diane Ménard, Simon Reade, Mirentxu Larrañaga Sueskun
ISBN: 9780007150076
Content Warnings
Identity & Discrimination
Ableism (depicted)
Mental Health & Emotional
Death of a parent Grief / bereavement (major focus)
Other
War / combat
Violence & Physical Harm
Gore / graphic violence Gun violence
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