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Adventures in Time: The Second World War

By Dominic Sandbrook
Series: Adventures in Time
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Adventures in Time: The Second World War by Dominic Sandbrook takes young readers on an engaging journey through the pivotal events of World War II. The book presents historical facts in a captivating narrative style, making the complexities of the war accessible and interesting for children. Sandbrook combines vivid storytelling with careful research, bringing to life the struggles, challenges, and triumphs of this critical period in history.
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This book may appeal to you if you have a young reader fascinated by the pivotal events of history. It brings the drama and courage of the Second World War to life in an engaging and accessible way, making complex events understandable for children. Perfect for nurturing a curious mind and sparking an interest in historical adventures.

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Travel back to a world at war with the thrilling children's history series.

Everything was ready. The air was thick with excitement. This was D-Day . . .

Prepare to enter the most dramatic conflict the world has ever seen, as historian Dominic Sandbrook takes us on a spine-tingling, heart-stopping adventure. We witness the Second World War first-hand through the eyes of ordinary people living in extraordinary times, from the women who worked all night in factories to the chess players who cracked unbreakable codes. Because in total war, no life is left untouched...

The Adventures in Time series brings the past alive for twenty-first century children. These stories are every bit as exciting as those of Harry Potter or Matilda Wormwood. The only difference is they actually happened . . .

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Adventures in Time: The Second World War by Dominic Sandbrook receives praise for its engaging blend of history and storytelling, appealing to children by making historical events thrilling and accessible. Critics appreciate the use of up-to-date research and detail, which captivates young readers and illustrates the impact of history on the present.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141994338

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 272g

Pages: 368

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About the Author

Dominic Sandbrook has been passionate about history ever since he read the Ladybird children's books. As a historian, he has written eight books for adults. He has also presented several BBC television series, covering topics such as time travel, alien invasions, the James Bond films and the Harry Potter stories. His favourite book is The Lord of the Rings. His favourite football team is Wolverhampton Wanderers. He lives in Oxfordshire with his wife and son, Arthur. It was Arthur who came up with the idea for Adventures in Time, after a family trip to the Imperial War Museum. He now serves as the books' chief battle consultant.

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