Hurricane Summer, Doodlebug Alley and Roger's War are thrilling and accessible introductions to the second world war for younger readers, as seen and experienced by three ordinary children.
Hurricane Summer, Doodlebug Alley and Roger's War are thrilling and accessible introductions to the second world war for younger readers, as seen and experienced by three ordinary children.
'Hurricane Summer', 'Doodlebug Alley' and 'Roger's War' are thrilling and accessible introductions to the second world war for younger readers, as seen and experienced by three ordinary children. AUTHOR: Robert Swindells is a popular Carnegie Medal-winning author, who has also twice won the prestigious Children's Book Award for his page-turning, powerful novels for children and teenagers. AGES: 6 plus SELLING POINTS: . Award-winning author . Engaging, action-packed stories . Excellent stories for home and school use . With glossary and author's notes b/w illustrations throughout
Robert Swindells left school at the age of fifteen and joined the Royal Air Force at seventeen-and-a-half. After the RAF he worked at a variety of jobs, then trained and worked as a teacher before becoming a full-time writer.Robert lives with his wife on the Yorkshire moors. He has written many books for young people, and won a number of awards including the prestigious Carnegie Medal, and multiple wins of the Red House Children's Book Award.
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