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The Easter Rising 1916 - Molly's Diary: 1 (Hands-on History) - Softcover

Patricia Murphy

 
9781781999745: The Easter Rising 1916 - Molly's Diary: 1 (Hands-on History)

Synopsis

Easter 1916. The Great War rages in Europe with two hundred thousand Irishmen fighting in the British Army. But a small group of Irish nationalists refuse to fight for Britain and strike a blow for Irish freedom. Caught up in the action in Dublin, is twelve-year-old Molly O'Donovan. Her own family is plunged into danger on both sides of the conflict. Her father, a technical officer with the Post Office dodges the crossfire as he tries to restore the telegraph lines while her wayward brother runs messages for the rebels. Molly a trained First Aider, risks her own safety to help the wounded on both sides. As violence and looting erupts in the streets of Dublin alongside heroism and high ideals, Molly records it all. The Proclamation at the GPO, the battle of Mount Street, the arrival of the British Troops. But will Molly's own family survive and will she be able to save her brother? This is her diary.

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Review

"Brilliantly imagined and gripping story from the heart of the 1916 Rising, based on meticulous research. "
- Joe Duffy, Broadcaster and Author : Children of the Rising.

“Molly's Diary is a fascinating story with a compelling young girl at its heart. The fact that it's also a journey through the events of The Easter Rising means readers can easily step into a fully realised world of Dublin in the year 1916 . Molly's Diary is a beautifully written and an accessible read for all ages.”
- Nora Twomey, Cartoon Saloon (award winning animation studio of Song of the Sea and The History of Kells)

Brilliant book . . . A Hilary Mantel for children and teenagers.
- Patrick Collinson, the Guardian via twitter

What is brilliant about Patricia Murphy’s book, The Easter Rising 1916 – Molly’s Diary, is that it takes a story of an important part of history and puts people firmly in the middle of it to make the story relatable and real....This book is perfect for making history come alive for children, an entertaining adventure story and educational at the same time.
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"Children of 10 -14 would love this, and it gives an invaluable insight into what it is like to be caught up in violent political upheaval – as relevant today as ever."
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