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The Silver Sword

By: Ian Serraillier
Narrated by: Sean Barrett
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The classic tale of a journey through war-torn Europe.

Alone and fending for themselves in a Poland devastated by World War Two, Jan and his three homeless friends cling to the silver sword as a symbol of hope. As they travel through Europe towards Switzerland, where they believe they will be reunited with their parents, they encounter many hardships and dangers. This extraordinarily moving account of an epic journey gives a remarkable insight into the reality of a Europe laid waste by war.

From 11 February to 30 October 2011, The Silver Sword will feature as one of five books in the Imperial War Museum exhibition Once Upon A Wartime: Classic War Stories for Children.

©2011 Ian Serraillier (P)2011 Random House Audio Go Action & Adventure Classics Literature & Fiction Fiction War
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great story about a part of WW2 that is often not told - the effect on children

recommended for children 12 and up

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I have read this book to most of my students and after 60 years it is still my favorite book. I reread it every few years.

My favorite book!

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I had this story read to me when I was in primary school and cherished each time the teacher would read a chapter each afternoon before home time.
I was so excited when I found it on Audible and had the opportunity to relive such a wonderful time from my childhood.

Loved this so much

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loved it. it was as good as the first time I listened to it in the early 90's.

fantastic

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Great story that all children of the postwar era need to read. So well written and read

Best story from my childhood

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