Books for heroes: past, present, future
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An all action mix of fact and fiction for boys aged 8+. True facts about some of the most courageous undercover fighters through history are blended with a fictional story focusing on one incident - often based on real figures from history. From a Roman soldier infiltrating a Druid's stronghold, through Elizabethan espionage, World War II jungle adventure and Cold War spies. There is even a glimpse into the future of secret soldiers with a story of "morphers". Includes fascinating fact-files on weaponry and tactics through history and scales of ruthlessness and courage.