Even more so since last week I had the absolute pleasure of attending a performance of the bookâs first incarnation â as a stage play â in an event hosted by Penguin Teacherâs Academy and the Centre for Youth Literature at the State Library. I am a huge fan of the famous Australian author, but even this book surpassed my expectations and is most certainly a favourite of 2014. âLoyal Creaturesâ is the new novel from childrenâs author Morris Gleitzman. When the war ended in 1918 some of the 150,000 horses had survived. Illustrating manâs capacity for kindness alongside the senselessness of war and violence During WWI nearly 150,000 horses were transported from Australia and conscripted to the army â majority of their owners joined the Lighthorsemen, and were sent to the Middle Eastern theatre. A sweet story and informative as to how many innocent horses lost their lives in such horrific circumstances. heart strings and made me feel both proud and sad to be an Australian A story which tugged the heart strings and made me feel both proud and sad to be an Australian. Sparely and supremely well written, this is quite simply one of very best novels I have read.' (Michael Morpurgo, author) Members Reviews. Critic Reviews: 'Tender and terrible beautiful, brave and brutal, Morris Gleitzman has written a most remarkable story of men and horses in war, uncompromising and unflinching in its portrayal of the agonies of the First World War for men and horses alike. This is the powerful story of a young man's journey towards his own kind of bravery. They were loyal creatures, the men and horses of the Australian Light Horse, but war doesn't always pay heed to loyalty. From Gallipoli to the famous charge at Beersheba, through to the end of the war and its unforgettable aftermath, Frank's story grows out of some key moments in Australia's history. Heartbreak, love, and the chance to make the most important choice of his life. In the deserts of Egypt and Palestine he experiences all the adventure he ever wanted, and a few things he wasn't expecting. So Frank ups his age and volunteers with his horse, Daisy.and his dad.

Specially as a chestfull of medals might impress the currently unimpressed parents of his childhood sweetheart. Listen to audiobook in full for free on Title: Loyal Creatures Author: Morris Gleitzman Narrator: Morris Gleitzman Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-14 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Fiction, Historical Publisher's Summary: Like many of his mates from the bush, Frank Ballantyne is keen to join the grand adventure and do his bit.

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