Carrie’s War
Carrie’s War by Nina Bawden is a poignant narrative set during the Second World War, published by Puffin in 2011. This re-issue spans 192 pages and is presented in English. The story follows siblings Carrie and Nick as they are evacuated from London to a small town in Wales, where they encounter strict guardians and a friend living in a more whimsical environment. The tale explores themes of childhood, war, and the complexities of human relationships.
Readers will find an engaging exploration of the experiences of evacuees, as Carrie grapples with her actions and their consequences. The narrative is enriched by the backdrop of wartime Europe, providing insight into the historical context of the era. With its blend of fiction and elements of juvenile nonfiction, Carrie’s War offers a reflective look at the impact of war on young lives, making it a relevant read for those interested in historical narratives and children’s literature.
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Carrie’s War by Nina Bawden is an unforgettable Second World War story.’I did a dreadful thing…or I feel that I did, and nothing can change it…’It is the Second World War and Carrie and Nick are evacuated from London to a small town in Wales, where they are placed with strict Mr Evans and his timid mouse of a sister.Their friend Albert is luckier, living in Druid’s Bottom with Hepzibah Green who tells wonderful stories, and the strange Mister Johnny, who speaks a language all of his own. Carrie and Nick are happy to visit Albert there, until one day when Carrie does a terrible thing – the worst thing she ever did in her life…Based on her own childhood, Nina Bawden’s enchanting story Carrie’s War has delighted readers for almost 40 years.’Nina Bawden is without question one of the very best writers for children’ Daily Telegraph***Perfect for fans of Goodnight Mister Tom by Michelle Magorian.******Now part of the Puffin Modern Classics series***Nina Bawden is one of today’s best writers for both adults and children. she has often used her own childhood experiences in her books – Carrie’s War is set in the mining valley in Wales where she lived as an evacuee in wartime. She studied philosophy, politics and economics at Somerville College, Oxford and finished her first novel the year after she took her degree. She won the Guardian Award for Children’s Fiction for The Peppermint Pig.
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