War Horse (New Oxford Playscripts) - Softcover

Michael Morpurgo; Nick Stafford

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9780198329398: War Horse (New Oxford Playscripts)

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0198329393 ISBN 13: 9780198329398

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2009

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This moving story, based on the novel by National Curriculum recommended author Michael Morpurgo and adapted for the stage by Nick Stafford, is an incredibly moving portrayal of the bond between a soldier and his horse in the deadly chaos of the First World War. Sold to the army in 1914 and separated from his beloved young master Albert, farm horse Joey is thrust into the midst of the Western Front. Albert vows to follow Joey to war and to be reunited with his friend, but will they find one another?

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This adaptation offers innovative activities specifically tailored to support the revised Programme of Study for KS3. Activities include work on Speaking and Listening, close text analysis and the structure of playscripts, and act as a springboard for personal writing. The School Librarian Attractive cover with the text set out clearly inside for pupils to understand. A sensitive interpretation of the novel which stays true to the very popular stage play. Well done! S. Hannon, Cathedral School

Book Description:

The classic award-winning tale of wartime heroism.

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