War Stories by Gordon Korman (English) Paperback Book

Description: War Stories by Gordon Korman A story of telling truth from lies -- and finding out what being a hero really means.There are two things Trevor loves more than anything else: playing war-based video games, and his great-grandfather Jacob, who is a true-blue, bona fide war hero. At the height of the war, Jacob helped liberate a small French village, and was given a heros welcome upon his return to America.Now its decades later, and Jacob wants to retrace the steps he took during the war - from training to invasion to the village he is said to have saved. Trevor thinks this is the coolest idea ever. But as they get to the village, Trevor discovers theres more to the story than what hes heard his whole life, causing him to wonder about his great-grandfathers heroism, the truth about the battle he fought, and importance of genuine valor. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Gordon Korman is the beloved author of over one hundred novels for young readers, including hilarious middle-grade classics such as the Macdonald Hall series, I Want to Go Home, and Slacker. Born in Montreal, Quebec, Gordon grew up in Thornhill, Ontario, and now lives in New York with his family. Review Praise for War Stories: * "This weave of perceptive, well-told tales wears its agenda with unusual grace." -- Kirkus, starred reviewPraise for Restart: * "A fresh approach to the familiar topic of bullying, kept credible by believable characters and events, with typical Korman humor and just the right touch of mystery." -- School Library Journal, starred reviewPraise for Slacker: "Upbeat, inspiring, and full of Kormans signature sense of humor." -- Publishers Weekly"Korman makes comedy look deceptively easy." -- BooklistPraise for Swindle: "Scary, funny, and hysterical adventures!" -- Chicago Tribune "Pure fun from top to bottom." -- School Library JournalPraise for The Hypnotists: "Fast-paced... an entertaining mix of intense action and goofy fun." -- Publishers WeeklyPraise for Ungifted: "A gem for readers looking for a book where the underdog comes out on top." -- Voice of Youth Advocates"Funny and insightful." -- Publishers WeeklyPraise for Schooled: * "This rewarding novel features an engaging main character and some memorable moments of comedy, tenderness, and reflection." -- Booklist, starred review Review Quote Praise for War Stories : * "This weave of perceptive, well-told tales wears its agenda with unusual grace." -- Kirkus , starred review Praise for Restart : * "A fresh approach to the familiar topic of bullying, kept credible by believable characters and events, with typical Korman humor and just the right touch of mystery." -- School Library Journal , starred review Praise for Slacker : "Upbeat, inspiring, and full of Kormans signature sense of humor." -- Publishers Weekly "Korman makes comedy look deceptively easy." -- Booklist Praise for Swindle : "Scary, funny, and hysterical adventures!" -- Chicago Tribune "Pure fun from top to bottom." -- School Library Journal Praise for The Hypnotists : "Fast-paced... an entertaining mix of intense action and goofy fun." -- Publishers Weekly Praise for Ungifted : "A gem for readers looking for a book where the underdog comes out on top." -- Voice of Youth Advocates "Funny and insightful." -- Publishers Weekly Praise for Schooled : * "This rewarding novel features an engaging main character and some memorable moments of comedy, tenderness, and reflection." -- Booklist , starred review Details ISBN1338290223 Author Gordon Korman Pages 240 Language English Year 2021 ISBN-10 1338290223 ISBN-13 9781338290226 Format Paperback Publication Date 2021-05-04 UK Release Date 2021-05-04 Imprint Scholastic US Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2021-05-04 NZ Release Date 2021-05-04 US Release Date 2021-05-04 Publisher Scholastic US DEWEY FIC Audience Children / Juvenile Audience Age 9-12 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:131675662;

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