Heroes Hardcover educational edition: (NEW LONGMAN LITERATURE 11-14)
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Robert Cormier (Author)
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When Francis Cassavant returns to his home town, his face horribly disfigured during World War II, he is tormented by memories of the conflict. People believe him to be a teenage war hero, not realising that his act of 'heroism' was in fact a suicide attempt. Back home, Francis has a mission - to get revenge on the youth leader he idolised, but betrayed him. And he's prepared to do whatever it takes.
What are the themes?
Heroism, conflict, struggle against evil, guilt, forgiveness, loneliness, loyalty.
Teaching points
This short novel, with its gripping plot and engaging themes, is accessible to a wide range of abilities. Provides excellent opportunities for exploring structure and narrative viewpoint.
More Details
- Contributor: Robert Cormier
- Imprint: Longman
- ISBN13: 9781405863964
- Number of Pages: 112
- Packaged Dimensions: 130x201x13mm
- Packaged Weight: 220
- Format: Hardback
- Publisher: Pearson Education Limited
- Release Date: 2007-04-06
- Series: NEW LONGMAN LITERATURE 11-14
- Binding: Hardback
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