Please Write Soon: The Unforgettable Story of Two Cousins in World War II
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- ISBN 9780702303180
- Weight: 620g
- Dimensions: 221 x 278mm
- Publication Date: 07 Apr 2022
- Publisher: Scholastic
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
- Language: English
- Age Group: Ages 7-9
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The Times Children's Book of
the Week 9th April 2023
Shortlisted for the Historical Association's Young Quills
2023 Award
Inspired by a true family story, Michael Rosen presents
an astonishing account of perseverance, love and hope in wartime.
Beginning in 1939, young Solly in London exchanges letters with
his teenaged cousin, Bernie, in Poland.
While Solly is evacuated and tries his best to adjust to life
in the English countryside, Bernie's parents know that as Jews they're
not safe staying in Warsaw, so they send Bernie to the Russian-occupied
side of the country in the hope that he'll be safer
there.
Soon, though, he is arrested and sent off to a forced labour camp
in Russia.
As the cousins exchange sporadic letters, they try to keep their
spirits up, trading jokes and observations about the world changing
all around them.
Then Bernie seizes the opportunity to join the "Anders Army" and
fight the Axis powers, and tells Solly all about his experiences
in Iraq and eventually Italy, where he fights alongside the British
at the famous Battle of Monte Cassino.
Does Bernie survive and find a safe place to call home?
With breathtaking illustrations by beloved illustrator Michael
Foreman, this is an unforgettable story of courage and love, perfect
for the whole family to share.
Michael Rosen is one of the best-known figures in the children's
book world, known for his work as poet and author of classic
books such as WE'RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT.
This book is a perfect companion to POPPY FIELD by Michael Morpurgo
and Michael Foreman. Together, the books are a wonderful introduction
to the history of the great wars of the 20th century
and the importance of Remembrance.
REVIEWS OF PLEASE WRITE SOON
"An important book authored by two legends of British children’s
literature, Please Write Soon should be required reading
for everyone" BOOKTRUST
"highly recommended. It doesn't take long to read, but has
a lot to say and has a big impact." Kids Bookreview
"a poignant and engaging book." Books for
Keeps
