Sappers Six - Softcover

Warburton, Brian

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1848764669 ISBN 13: 9781848764668

Publisher: Troubador Publishing Ltd, 2010

Synopsis

This new children's adventure story brings The Sappers (The Royal Engineers) to life for kids aged 8-12. Blending fact and fiction we are introduced to the world of the Sappers and the key job that they do. The Royal Engineers, affectionately known as The Sappers, are renowned for being brave, resourceful and always on the front line in combat. However, the world at large is often oblivious to the key role they have played in war and in peace. This new children's adventure story, brings The Sappers to life for kids aged 8-12. Blending fact and fiction we are introduced to the world of the Sappers and the key job that they do.This is shown through the activities of the six children who learn about The Royal Engineers, together in their group and at school. With the help of parents and teachers they become engaged in finding out all they can about this Army Corps. This gentle story draws the reader into the world of the children and The Sappers, about whom they are so eager to find out. Beautifully illustrated by Anne Moorse, whose fine paintings are much admired in Dorset, the book is a wonderful introduction for youngsters to the work of the British Army.

About this title

About the Author

Brian Warburton was himself a Second Lieutenant in the Corps of Royal Engineers before qualifying to become a Civil Engineer and later a Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers. Since retirement Brian has concentrated on writing stories for children.

About this edition

• Publisher: Troubador Publishing Ltd
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 1848764669
• ISBN 13: 9781848764668
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 70