Private Peaceful
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About this book
When Thomas Peaceful's older brother is forced to join the British Army, Thomas decides to sign up as well, although he is only fourteen years old, to prove himself to his country, his family, his childhood love, Molly, and himself.
Reader Profile
4.1/5 · 32124 readers · 202 pages · ≈ 3 h 44 m · Light
How long does it take to read Private Peaceful?
About ≈ 3 h 44 m — 202 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Private Peaceful?
202 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Private Peaceful?
It sits on the Drama, Young Adult, History shelves.
Has Private Peaceful been made into a movie or TV show?
Yes — screen adaptations include Private Peaceful (2012).
Is Private Peaceful in the public domain?
No — it is still under copyright.
Where does Private Peaceful take place?
It is set in England, Great Britain, Ying guo during George V, 1910-1936, Xian dai.
Who wrote Private Peaceful?
Michael Morpurgo.
Setting
EnglandGreat BritainYing guo
Time period
George V, 1910-1936Xian dai