Gulf - Hardcover

Robert Westall

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0435124145 ISBN 13: 9780435124144

Publisher: Heinemann Educational Books Ltd, 1994

Synopsis

One of a series offering classic and contemporary fiction for schools to suit a range of ages and tastes this award-winning book shows that in war there are no winners, only victims. It tells of a boy who, taken over by a young Iraqi soldier, witnesses the horrors of the Iraqi front lines.

About this title

About the Author:

Robert Westall wrote 18 books for children, including "The Machine Gunners" and "The Scarecrows", both of which won the Carnegie Medal and the Horn Book awards.

From AudioFile:

Set at the time of the Gulf War, Westall's story explores further conflicts within a British family. Ian Dunn narrates the view of 15-year-old Tom Higgins. Dunn projects the energy of a hearty, rugby-play ing family until Tom's younger brother changes all their lives. Foreshadowing the psychotic experiences that eventually overwhelm the boys, Dunn carefully builds suspense and projects the frightening and riveting power of these episodes. The narration bridges reality and delusion, drawing the listeners into the mix of emotions. Dunn's subtle, yet dynamic, narration brilliantly complements Westall's spellbinding, complex story for young adults. R.F.W. An AUDIOFILE Earphones Award winner. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine

About this edition

• Publisher: Heinemann Educational Books Ltd
• Publication date: 1994
• ISBN 10: 0435124145
• ISBN 13: 9780435124144
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 96