On The Wings of Heroes

By: Richard Peck

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Synopsis: Davy Bowman's brother and their dad hung the moon. Dad looks forward to Halloween more than a kid, and Davy's brother, Bill, flies B-17s. Davy adores these two heroes and tries his best to follow their lead, especially now. World War II has invaded Davy's homefront boyhood. There's an air raid drill in the classroom, and being a kid is an endless scrap drive. Bill has joined up, breaking their dad's heart. It's an intense, confusing time, and one that will invite Davy to grow up in a hurry. Still, Richard Peck is a master of comedy, and even in this novel of wartime uncertainty, he infuses his tale with humor: oddballs and rascals and boyhood misadventures alongside the poignant moments. This is one of Richard Peck's very finest novels-a tender, unforgettable portrait of the World War II homefront and a family's love. .

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:: 9781440652578
Publisher:: PENGUIN group
Date of Addition:: 04/29/14
Copyrighted By:: Richard Peck
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: History, Children's Books, Military, Literature and Fiction, Humor
Grade Levels:: Fourth grade
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.

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