Description
It's 1940 and war is underway. In Sheffield, England, a brother and sister set out to solve a mystery, brazenly believing that the air-raid signals are only false alarms. In Dachau, Germany, two boys come up with a bold plan to bring an end to the war and help a Polish prisoner escape. But when the bombs falling on Sheffield become a reality, and the German boys' plan hurls them unwittingly into the midst of the action, the children's adventures swiftly become a terrifying fight to survive.
Publication of Put Out the Light will coincide with the 70th anniversary of the Blitz in September 2010. Terry Deary is a publishing phenomenon, best known for his Horrible Histories. He recently came 33 in the Telegraph's list of best-selling authors. Terry Deary was voted "Outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th Century" by Books for Keeps magazine. Terry Deary and history go hand in hand. Put Out The Light will be supported by a major publicity and marketing campaign, including signings and events by the author.
About the Author
Terry Deary began his writing career with fiction for A&C Black and is best known for his multi-million selling Horrible Histories. He is author of more than 200 fiction and non-fiction books, which have been published in 40 languages. In a Daily Telegraph report, Terry Deary was 33rd in the top-100 list of best-selling authors in Britain 2000-2010.
Reviews
'This is a thrilling tale following the adventures of two groups of children during World War 11. This is a really substantial book which is a great example of history combining with literacy' School Librarian 'The creator of Horrible Histories will take you on a journey that you'll never forget in 'Put Out The Light'! Join our heroes, in England and in Germany, as they have to battle through a real-life war, survive against all odds, and solve crimes along the way. This book has it all'. Blue Peter Book Club 'The balance of great dialogue and humour, blend seamlessly together in an exciting, nail biting read.' Irish Examiner (January 2011)
Book Information
ISBN 9781408130544
Author Terry Deary
Format Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 212g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 16mm
Publication of Put Out the Light will coincide with the 70th anniversary of the Blitz in September 2010. Terry Deary is a publishing phenomenon, best known for his Horrible Histories. He recently came 33 in the Telegraph's list of best-selling authors. Terry Deary was voted "Outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th Century" by Books for Keeps magazine. Terry Deary and history go hand in hand. Put Out The Light will be supported by a major publicity and marketing campaign, including signings and events by the author.
About the Author
Terry Deary began his writing career with fiction for A&C Black and is best known for his multi-million selling Horrible Histories. He is author of more than 200 fiction and non-fiction books, which have been published in 40 languages. In a Daily Telegraph report, Terry Deary was 33rd in the top-100 list of best-selling authors in Britain 2000-2010.
Reviews
'This is a thrilling tale following the adventures of two groups of children during World War 11. This is a really substantial book which is a great example of history combining with literacy' School Librarian 'The creator of Horrible Histories will take you on a journey that you'll never forget in 'Put Out The Light'! Join our heroes, in England and in Germany, as they have to battle through a real-life war, survive against all odds, and solve crimes along the way. This book has it all'. Blue Peter Book Club 'The balance of great dialogue and humour, blend seamlessly together in an exciting, nail biting read.' Irish Examiner (January 2011)
Book Information
ISBN 9781408130544
Author Terry Deary
Format Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 212g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 16mm
