War Horse
by Nick Stafford

Name: War Horse
Brand: Nick Stafford
SKU: 9780198329398
Rating: 4.25 (59665 reviews)

Highlights

British Adaptation Historical

What readers are saying

Readers love the emotional depth and unique perspective of 'War Horse', highlighting how it portrays the experience of war through the eyes of the horse, Joey. Many find it a moving and relatable story that resonates with both young adult and adult audiences alike. The adaptation into stage and film has also received praise, with some preferring the stage version for its added depth.

Emotional and moving storyUnique horse's perspectiveBeautifully writtenEngaging and relatableSome find it a bit boring at times

Synopsis

I want you to do yourself proud, Joey.

You go and drive those Germans back where they've come from, and then come home to me.

At the outbreak of World War one, Joey, young Albert's beloved horse, is sold to the cavalry and shipped to France.

Caught up in enemy fire, fate takes Joey on an extraordinary odyssey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in no man's land.

But Albert cannot forget Joey and, still not old enough to enlist, he embarks on a treacherous mission to find him and bring him home.

Nick Stafford's adaptation for the stage of the celebrated novel by the Children's Laureate (2003-05) Michael Morpurgo leads us on a gripping journey through history.

War Horse premiered at the National Theatre, London, in October 2007.