- Paperback: 224 pages
- Publisher: O'Brien Press (February 2006)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0862785790
- ISBN-13: 978-0862785796
- Product Dimensions: 19.3 x 13 x 2 cm
- Shipping Weight: 181 g
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #969,650 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'A readable, exciting history that introduces the young reader to historic events and those who made them.' -- Books Ireland Books Ireland 'An informative and thought provoking read, bringing 1916 alive for a new generation of children.' -- The Irish Independent Irish Independent 'A compelling fictional drama.' -- Evening Echo Evening Echo 'Morgan Llywelyn is well known for blending fiction with Irish history to great effect and with The Young Rebels she excels once again.' -- Irish Farmer's Monthly Irish Farmers Monthly 'Guaranteed to make children think about the human cost of the Rising, the book inspired this reviewer to visit the Pearse Museum for the first time!' -- Marian Keyes - Bookfest 'The novel is refreshingly committed to the heroic interpretation of 1916 and has none of the doubt nor irony that are hallmarks of the revisionist perspective' -- Bookfest
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St Enda's is no ordinary school, and Padraic Pearse is no ordinary headmaster. His pupils are inspired by his vision of freedom and an Irish Republic, and John Joe and his friend Roger see the Easter Rising as their chance to fight for Ireland's freedom. But the two boys are horrified to learn that they are too young to take part. They disobey orders to stay away from the city centre and quickly become caught up in the dramatic events of the Rebellion. Called to be brave and resourceful beyond their years, they witness events that change their lives forever. This title is another dramatic blend of history and fiction from the inimitable Morgan Llywelyn.
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A Thrilling Historical Tale, Nov 28 2006
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This review is from: The Young Rebels (Paperback)
This was a brilliant book that I would recommend to anyone who loves an exciting story or who is interested in this period of Irish history. As a young boy I found it easy to relate to the characters. After reading this book I would like to turn back time and spend a few days at St. Enda's. Padraig Pearse is no ordinary Principal, he is a good teacher, he is kind and very brave. In fact I should tell my principal he should get some advice from him.
I like the way the author didn't waste any time at the start, he just got straight into it. I have read other books before about the 1916 Rising but so far this one is my favourite because I like the way the author wrote some amazing facts at the end of the book.This book is about this kid John Joe, and when tragedy strikes, his world is turned upside down but little does he think that being sent to St. Enda's School will have such an impact on his life.
This book is impossible to put down once you open it. Thrilling and astonishing and it will change your opinion on Irish history.
Christopher K.
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