Marcia Williams captures the Great War through a child's eyes with a fascinating fictional scrapbook including real mementos of the day. Meet ten-year-old Archie, his family, and best friend in a scrapbook Archie has made himself, full of comic strips and plenty of other memorabilia. The year is 1914, and as the Great War begins, Archie's scrapbook reflects the war's impact on his life and on those who write back from the front. Marcia Williams retains her humor and energy as she employs a new collage style to present an ...
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Marcia Williams captures the Great War through a child's eyes with a fascinating fictional scrapbook including real mementos of the day. Meet ten-year-old Archie, his family, and best friend in a scrapbook Archie has made himself, full of comic strips and plenty of other memorabilia. The year is 1914, and as the Great War begins, Archie's scrapbook reflects the war's impact on his life and on those who write back from the front. Marcia Williams retains her humor and energy as she employs a new collage style to present an intimate and compelling view of the First World War and its era.
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Seller's Description:
Fair. This copy has clearly been enjoyed-expect noticeable shelf wear and some minor creases to the cover. Binding is strong and all pages are legible. May contain previous library markings or stamps.
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Ex-library book. The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact (including the dust cover, if applicable). Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting.
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Seller's Description:
Fair. Some corner dings. The cover has visible markings and wear. The pages show normal wear and tear. This book is in Acceptable condition. The cover and spine are solid, though they do show visible wear. The interior pages are useable though worn, and include limited markings or highlighting with curled corners to be expected. The previous owner may have put their name in the inside front cover. No additional materials such as disks or codes are included. Fast Shipping-Safe and Secure Bubble Mailer!
This is a book that everyone should read. Picture books are not just for children. Using the device of a scrap book kept by a working class boy during World War I in Great Britain, the war and its toll on the families and those who fought in the war is demonstrated with pathos and humor. Bringing history vividly to life through the artifacts and the changing attitudes of individuals struggling with war's realities, this is a book to ponder as well as to enjoy.
