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Over the Line

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Powerful historical novel based on the real-life experiences of footballer Jack Cock during World War I and the little-known history of the Flanders Cup.

It's 1914 and Jack is making his debut as a pro footballer. But his first match is marred by a demonstration demanding that the teams sign up to do their duty in France. Word of the Footballer's Battalion and a cup in Flanders provides a glimmer of hope that Jack can keep his dream of playing for England alive. But as the war drags on, Jack is thrown into a nightmare world he will be lucky to survive.

Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 10+

To find out more about Over the Line, young soldiers in the trenches and football throughout the war visit www.readingwar.co.uk.  This is a new website, from Barrington Stoke, specially dedicated to literacy and World War One. MD Mairi Kidd says “Over the Line is a hugely important title for us both because it marks the centenary of the First World War and because it approaches the conflict through the lens of football – and we know that many young people who are reluctant to read find sport an enticing hook." There is a wealth of information for readers and teachers, with links to further research and a quiz to accompany the book - plus a fascinating introduction to Over the Line from the author, Tom Palmer.

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ISBN: 9781781129562
Publication date: 15th May 2016
Author: Tom Palmer
Illustrator: Ollie Cuthbertson
Publisher: Barrington Stoke Ltd
Format: Paperback
Pagination: 176 pages
Series: Conkers
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