--- product_id: 66843712 title: "An Eagle in the Snow: A classic children’s wartime story of a soldier’s courage" price: "8584CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/66843712-an-eagle-in-the-snow-a-classic-children-s-wartime store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # An Eagle in the Snow: A classic children’s wartime story of a soldier’s courage **Price:** 8584CFA **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** An Eagle in the Snow: A classic children’s wartime story of a soldier’s courage - **How much does it cost?** 8584CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/66843712-an-eagle-in-the-snow-a-classic-children-s-wartime) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The powerful new novel from the master storyteller – inspired by the true story of one man who might have stopped World War II. 1940. The train is under attacks from German fighters. In the darkness, sheltering in a railway tunnel, the stranger in the carriage with Barney and his mother tells them a story to pass the time. And what a story. The story of a young man, a young soldier in the trenches of World War I who, on the spur of the moment, had done what he thought was the right thing. It turned out to have been the worst mistake he ever could have made – a mistake he must put right before it is too late… Michael Morpurgo's book 'There Once is a Queen' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 06-06-2022. Review: Wow - What An Ending! - An Eagle In The Snow by Michael Morpurgo is a powerful historical children’s novel that I loved. It is perfect for ages ten years and over. It is based on fact, on the actions of Private Henry Tandey in World War I. It is an inspiring and amazing tale. It will educate you as you read. At the end of the book is a brief history of Henry Tandey’s life. War is futile. Politicians send young men on both sides to be slaughtered. No one wins. Everyone loses. “We had won, but it didn’t feel like winning, it never does.” Young men were changed by war. Some lived. Some died. Survivors were wracked with guilt. No matter how many years had passed, you couldn’t escape the war. “The war stayed in his head… It’s the same for all of us who’ve fought in a war. You don’t forget. You can’t. You want to, but you can’t.” We see World War I through the eyes of a veteran and a son of Coventry, who is on a train journey during World War II. We are shown the terror of being strafed by a Nazi plane whilst on a train. We hear of the bonds made in the Pals regiments during the first World War. And we see how a snap decision had far reaching consequences down the years. An Eagle In The Snow has a superb, jaw-dropping ending. I found it such a powerful read. Review: dispute my initial feeling of foolishness and even disappointment when it arrived - I didn't know this was written as a children's book and felt a bit foolish once it arrived and I realised my "mistake" (?). I'd caught part of a piece on TV (the One Show) with Michael Morpurgo who was talking about his inspiration for writing this book and I was intrigued; I thought to myself "I'll have to get that book". And you know what, dispute my initial feeling of foolishness and even disappointment when it arrived, there was no way I wasn't going to read it. I'm glad I did because I thoroughly enjoyed this tale along with the accompanying illustrations as it reminded me just how a simple story, well told, can be one of the most enjoyable and rewarding things in life. It's not a children's story - it's a brilliant story and you will love it. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 481,000 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 64 in Children's Historical Fiction on Military & Wars 162 in Modern & Contemporary Historical Fiction for Children 185 in Fiction About Values & Virtues for Children | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,162 Reviews | ## Images ![An Eagle in the Snow: A classic children’s wartime story of a soldier’s courage - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81BICnaALkL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wow - What An Ending! *by J***N on 14 February 2024* An Eagle In The Snow by Michael Morpurgo is a powerful historical children’s novel that I loved. It is perfect for ages ten years and over. It is based on fact, on the actions of Private Henry Tandey in World War I. It is an inspiring and amazing tale. It will educate you as you read. At the end of the book is a brief history of Henry Tandey’s life. War is futile. Politicians send young men on both sides to be slaughtered. No one wins. Everyone loses. “We had won, but it didn’t feel like winning, it never does.” Young men were changed by war. Some lived. Some died. Survivors were wracked with guilt. No matter how many years had passed, you couldn’t escape the war. “The war stayed in his head… It’s the same for all of us who’ve fought in a war. You don’t forget. You can’t. You want to, but you can’t.” We see World War I through the eyes of a veteran and a son of Coventry, who is on a train journey during World War II. We are shown the terror of being strafed by a Nazi plane whilst on a train. We hear of the bonds made in the Pals regiments during the first World War. And we see how a snap decision had far reaching consequences down the years. An Eagle In The Snow has a superb, jaw-dropping ending. I found it such a powerful read. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ dispute my initial feeling of foolishness and even disappointment when it arrived *by P***L on 20 October 2015* I didn't know this was written as a children's book and felt a bit foolish once it arrived and I realised my "mistake" (?). I'd caught part of a piece on TV (the One Show) with Michael Morpurgo who was talking about his inspiration for writing this book and I was intrigued; I thought to myself "I'll have to get that book". And you know what, dispute my initial feeling of foolishness and even disappointment when it arrived, there was no way I wasn't going to read it. I'm glad I did because I thoroughly enjoyed this tale along with the accompanying illustrations as it reminded me just how a simple story, well told, can be one of the most enjoyable and rewarding things in life. It's not a children's story - it's a brilliant story and you will love it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ simple but effective story writing at its best... another winner Mr Morpurgo *by G***3 on 29 October 2015* If your on this page and find this book then read it. Yes it is aimed as a childs book however I am an adult and love Michael Morpurgo as an author regardless. A simple story but with a truth at heart, I had to read it to the end. I have given it to my sister to read as the subject matter is something she is interested in. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/66843712-an-eagle-in-the-snow-a-classic-children-s-wartime](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/66843712-an-eagle-in-the-snow-a-classic-children-s-wartime) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-05-31*