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Major Glad, Major Dizzy

By Jan Oke

Two toy soldiers awaken after 140 years—what astonishing world awaits beyond the floorboards?

historical poignant imaginative

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Average score: 3.33

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Genres

Historical Fiction Adventure

What is Major Glad, Major Dizzy about?

In 1870s London, siblings Amelia and William lose their cherished toy soldiers, Major Glad and Major Dizzy, beneath the floorboards. Over 140 years, the house witnesses numerous changes while the soldiers remain hidden. When rediscovered in modern times, the world they knew has transformed dramatically. This story offers a unique perspective on history through the eyes of two forgotten toys.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2011

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