Glyn Harper (186 results)

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Le Quesnoy (pronounced Leck con wah) is a town in northern France. It is surrounded by high walls and deep trenches. In World War I it was occupied by the German army for four long years. In November 1918 the town was liberated by soldiers from far-away New Zealand. Because these men used a bit of kiwi ingenuity they were able to take the town back without a single civilian life being lost. This has become one of the most famous stories in New Zealand military history and the relationship between Le Quesnoy and New Zealand continues to this day. This book tells the story of Le Quesnoy's liberation through the eyes of a child living in the town at the time. Stunning watercolour illustrations and simple language make this an ANZAC picture book that young readers will be able to imaginatively engage with. The heartwarming and beautifully illustrated story of the liberation of the French town of Le Quesnoy by New Zealand soldiers in 1918, told through the eyes of a child. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Jenny Cooper (illustrator).…

Hardback. Condition: Good. The award-winning team of Glyn Harper and Jenny Cooper share this poignant story about a Vietnam veteran and his relationship with his granddaughter. While the relationship is a positive one, the young girl senses her grandfather's pain and is curious to find out the cause of it. As she innocently seeks answers, she unknowingly opens old wounds and discovers her grandfather's sadness is a legacy of the Vietnam War and his experiences there. This is a sensitive exploration of the lingering cost of war and of the PTSD so many returned servicemen experience. Released to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Khe Sanh (the Vietnam War's longest battle), it also sheds light on a war that is not always remembered in the same way that the world wars and other conflicts are. Many who served experience a sense of betrayal at the treatment they received on their return, as the conflict came to be regarded as the 'unpopular' war, and this is covered in a child-friendly way in a note at the back of the book.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Hello. My name is Roly. I'm a donkey. Let me tell you about the time during the First World War when I worked at a place called Gallipoli. I met a man there from New Zealand who was very special. He and I worked as a team to help rescue soldiers who had been hurt in battle. Based on real people and events, this is the heartwarming story of Richard Alexander Henderson, a soldier in the New Zealand Medical Corps, and the donkey he discovers wandering and hungry on a Gallipoli road. Richard and Roly form a strong friendship and, working together, they courageously save the lives of many wounded soldiers. But now the army has received top-secret orders to leave Gallipoli - and quickly. All the donkeys must be left behind. Richard is heartbroken. What will become of his dear friend Roly? Glyn Harper and Jenny Cooper are the author and illustrator of the hugely successful picture books Le Quesnoy and Jim's Letters. Roly the Anzac Donkey is a moving retelling of Glyn Harper's 2004 story The Donkey Man, reinvigorated for a new generation of children with Jenny Cooper's beautiful illustrations, and commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Gallipoli invasion. Glyn Harper's Roly, the Anzac Donkey follows Richard Henderson and his donkey Roly, who together saved many WW1 soldiers. Illustrated by Jenny Cooper, it marks the 100th anniversary of Gallipoli. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. The award-winning team of Glyn Harper and Jenny Cooper share this poignant story about a Vietnam veteran and his relationship with his granddaughter. While the relationship is a positive one, the young girl senses her grandfather's pain and is curious to find out the cause of it. As she innocently seeks answers, she unknowingly opens old wounds and discovers her grandfather's sadness is a legacy of the Vietnam War and his experiences there. This is a sensitive exploration of the lingering cost of war and of the PTSD so many returned servicemen experience. Released to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Khe Sanh (the Vietnam War's longest battle), it also sheds light on a war that is not always remembered in the same way that the world wars and other conflicts are. Many who served experience a sense of betrayal at the treatment they received on their return, as the conflict came to be regarded as the 'unpopular' war, and this is covered in a child-friendly way in a note at the back of the book.…

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Dear Jim, Your postcard arrived today. I showed it to the family. Mum misses you . . . Between December 1914 and August 1915 Tom and Jim write to each other whenever they get a chance. Tom talks about life at home on the farm while Jim writes from Egypt and then from the trenches of the Gallipoli peninsula. From the author and illustrator of Le Quesnoy and Roly, the Anzac Donkey comes a moving story of two brothers separated by war. It is based on the thousands of letters sent by and to Anzac soldiers fighting at Gallipoli, one of the most significant campaigns of the First World War. This beautiful hardback depicts life at war and on the home front with exquisite illustrations by Jenny Cooper and fold-out letter inserts. Best Picture Book, New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults 2015 Storylines Notable Picture Book 2015 This award-winning picture book tells the moving story of two brothers separated by the First World War. It is based on the thousands of letters sent by and to Anzac soldiers fighting at Gallipoli. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Jenny Cooper (illustrator).…

hardcover. Condition: Used; Good.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Discover the life and military career of Lucian Truscott, one of the greatest, yet least celebrated, US combat commanders of World War II.Born in Texas to a drug-addicted father, Truscott would become one of the United States greatest ever combat generals. Expert in mechanised warfare and amphibious operations during World War II, he was a plain-speaking, determined fighter.The book traces Truscotts rise as a senior American commander in various theatres of war, including the campaigns in North Africa, Sicily, Italy and southern France. It examines Truscotts relationship with other senior American commanders such as George Patton (who once threatened to sack him), Mark Clark (who didnt like him), Eisenhower and George Marshall. Truscott made a significant contribution to the defeat of Nazi Germany, improving his command skills with each new experience. Being placed in command of the Anzio beachhead was his finest hour, where his vital contribution ultimately led to the capture of Rome.Truscott garnered a unique record during World War II as the only American officer to command military formations from regiment up to a full army, with over 200,000 soldiers under his command. He also took part in five amphibious landings during the war, becoming the United States foremost expert in such operations. General Lucian K. Truscott: Quite a talent for fighting is for military enthusiasts looking to expand their knowledge beyond the well-known names of World War II canon. The book focuses on Lucian Truscott, one of the greatest, but least celebrated, US combat commanders of World War II. Perfect for military enthusiasts wanting to expand their knowledge beyond the well-known names. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

Hardback. Condition: New. Explores thelife and military career of Lucian Truscott, one of the greatest, yet leastcelebrated, US combat commanders of World War II.Born in Texas to adrug-addicted father, Truscott would become one of the United States' greatestever combat generals. Expert in mechanised warfare and amphibious operationsduring World War II, he was a plain-speaking, determined fighter. The book tracesTruscott's rise as a senior American commander in various theaters of war,including the campaigns in North Africa, Sicily, Italy and southern France. Itexamines Truscott's relationship with other senior American commanders such asGeorge Patton (who once threatened to sack him), Mark Clark (who didn't likehim), Eisenhower and George Marshall. Truscott made asignificant contribution to the defeat of Nazi Germany, improving his commandskills with each new experience. Being placed in command of the Anzio beachheadwas his finest hour, where his vital contribution ultimately led to the captureof Rome.Truscott garnereda unique record during World War II as the only American officer to commandmilitary formations from regiment up to a full army, with over 200,000 soldiersunder his command. He also took part in five amphibious landings during thewar, becoming the United States' foremost expert in such operations.General Lucian K.Truscott: 'Quite a talent for fighting' is for military enthusiasts looking to expand theirknowledge beyond the well-known names of World War II canon.…

Hardback. Condition: New. Explores thelife and military career of Lucian Truscott, one of the greatest, yet leastcelebrated, US combat commanders of World War II.Born in Texas to adrug-addicted father, Truscott would become one of the United States' greatestever combat generals. Expert in mechanised warfare and amphibious operationsduring World War II, he was a plain-speaking, determined fighter. The book tracesTruscott's rise as a senior American commander in various theaters of war,including the campaigns in North Africa, Sicily, Italy and southern France. Itexamines Truscott's relationship with other senior American commanders such asGeorge Patton (who once threatened to sack him), Mark Clark (who didn't likehim), Eisenhower and George Marshall. Truscott made asignificant contribution to the defeat of Nazi Germany, improving his commandskills with each new experience. Being placed in command of the Anzio beachheadwas his finest hour, where his vital contribution ultimately led to the captureof Rome.Truscott garnereda unique record during World War II as the only American officer to commandmilitary formations from regiment up to a full army, with over 200,000 soldiersunder his command. He also took part in five amphibious landings during thewar, becoming the United States' foremost expert in such operations.General Lucian K.Truscott: 'Quite a talent for fighting' is for military enthusiasts looking to expand theirknowledge beyond the well-known names of World War II canon.…

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: Very Good. Very Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

hardcover. Condition: New. Brand new book, sourced directly from publisher. Dispatch time is 24-48 hours from our warehouse. Book will be sent in robust, secure packaging to ensure it reaches you securely.

Hardback or Cased Book. Condition: New. The Battle for North Africa: El Alamein and the Turning Point for World War II. Book.

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Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Covers in very good condition with minimal wear. Bookstore sticker on half-title page. Inscribed to previous owner by Harper on title page. Binding tight and text clean. Inscribed by Author(s).

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. Paper back in Near Fine condition. The book is clean & tightly bound throughout. No Inscriptions. Free Postage within the UK.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: None Issued. First Edition. 290 pages. Ex-Library. Book is in Very good condition throughout.

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. A very clean, tidy copy. Profiles in courage - the definitive history of the Victoria Cross and New Zealand, fully updated in this new edition. For 150 years the highest Commonwealth military decoration for gallantry has been the Victoria Cross. These are the extraordinary stories of the New Zealand VCs. Since its instigation in 1856 more than 40 Victoria Crosses have been awarded to men whose courage in the face of the enemy was recognised by their comrades. Acts of Valour tells the story of each one, from the New Zealand Wars to the Second World War and the modern battlefields of Afghanistan in the 21st century. Many more were nominated for a VC than ever received it, with some of those famously declined - Malone of Chunuk Bair, Manahi, Perkins and Stott - igniting controversy that continues today. The events, politics and philosophies of this exclusive award are examined by two leading military historians - each story powerful and unique, with compelling accounts of the battles that made our nation and forged our history. Informative, exciting and provocative, Acts of Valour presents a detailed insight into our military history - and the heroes who walked amongst us, right up to Corporal Willie Apiata, the most recent recipient of the VC, in 2007.…

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Soft Covers. Condition: Very Good. None. First Edition. 23cm, 168pp, b&w photo illus in text, soft covers. VG copy. A remarkable collection of correspondence from 35 New Zealand soldiers in the great War.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 1st edition. 279 pages. 8.50x5.25x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. A very good copy with a gift inscription on the Contents page.

Condition: New. 2025. 1st Edition. hardcover. . . . . .