Warfare, battles, armed forces (Children's&YA) books

A sensitively told tale of survival and defiance in the face of tyranny  Read More >>

A powerful look at conflict - and peace - in our world for young readers  Read More >>

This compelling addition to the What Was? series covers what was supposed to be “the war to end all wars” but tragically...  Read More >>

In 1917, Thomas, a thirteen-year-old coal miner seeking his missing brother, James, joins the Claykickers, who tunnel...  Read More >>

"""...a though-provoking novel about the experiences of war."" CCBN Over the course of a single night in 1945,...  Read More >>

"""This absorbing, well-crafted tale...is a haunting description of the tragedy and irony of war...In this vivid...  Read More >>

""My Fight for Irish Freedom"" is a gripping memoir written by Dan Breen, a prominent figure in the Irish War of...  Read More >>

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"""This riveting look at the Civil War's horrifying Andersonville prison through the eyes of an 18-year-old inmate...  Read More >>

"New York Public Library Selection Stellar Book Award honour book White pine Award honour book ""A compelling,...  Read More >>

"""The tension and action of the battle and the intense danger of the escape from the massacre will keep readers...  Read More >>

"""Wilson does not shy away from the horrors of war. His writing makes the sounds, smells and choking dust seem...  Read More >>

"""The dialogue is witty and sharp...The Spanish setting oozes charm, beauty and history. Readers will feel as if...  Read More >>

Steve's romantic trip is interrupted when he undertakes a mission to investigate what part his grandfather played...  Read More >>

"""Wilson offers a unique perspective on this fascinating era...even minor characters are brought to life."" Library...  Read More >>

"""...a strong, engaging read."" CM Magazine ""A Dangerous Game is a pleasure to read. It's a fast-paced, exciting...  Read More >>

"""...fast-paced and gripping"" CCBC Magazine It is 1913 and Edward Simpson is enthralled by his German uncle,...  Read More >>

THEIR LIVES HANG... Despair. The feeling when you're broken. When they've gotten to you. When those closest...  Read More >>

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THEIR LIVES HANG... Despair. The feeling when you're broken. When they've gotten to you. When those closest...  Read More >>

From award-winning author Deborah Heiligman comes a true account of the attack and sinking of the passenger ship...  Read More >>

Would you rather be in Valhalla or Ragnarök? Be called Erik Bloodaxe or Thorfinn Skullsplitter? Only YOU can decide!...  Read More >>

Would you rather be a pharaoh or a pharaoh’s servant? Cleopatra or Queen Hatshepsut? Only you can decide!  Read More >>

A fleet of British ships was seen sailing north through the Chesapeake Bay. Having recently sacked Washington, they...  Read More >>

"""Dark Terror is part adventure and part history, with just a touch of romance. It's a fast-moving, gripping take...  Read More >>