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OverviewTwo unlikely heroes rescue hundreds of men wounded in war in a poignant picture book based on a true tale of World War I. When Jack Simpson was a boy in England, he loved leading donkeys along the beach for a penny a ride. So when he enlists as a stretcher bearer in World War I, his gentle way with those animals soon leads him to his calling. Braving bullets and bombs on the battlefields of Gallipoli, Jack brings a donkey to the aid of 300 Allied soldiers — earning both man and donkey a beloved spot in legend. This engaging nonfiction tale includes a map and brief bios of key characters. Back matter includes further information. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Mark Greenwood , Frane LessacPublisher: Candlewick Press,U.S. Imprint: Candlewick Press,U.S. Dimensions: Width: 22.20cm , Height: 1.00cm , Length: 28.90cm Weight: 0.425kg ISBN: 9780763639136ISBN 10: 0763639133 Pages: 32 Publication Date: 27 May 2008 Recommended Age: From 6 to 9 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviews[Lessac's] stylized, richly hued gouache paintings, depicti1/2uniformed human figures, wounded or just weary, carrying themselves with quiet dignity.--Kirkus Reviews (starred review) [Lessac’s] stylized, richly hued gouache paintings, depict…uniformed human figures, wounded or just weary, carrying themselves with quiet dignity. —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) [Lessac's] stylized, richly hued gouache paintings, depict...uniformed human figures, wounded or just weary, carrying themselves with quiet dignity. -Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Author InformationMark Greenwood and Frané Lessac are a husband-and-wife team living in Australia. Mark Greenwood is an award-winning children’s author. Frané Lessac, the author-illustrator of Island Counting 1 2 3, has illustrated numerous award-winning books. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |