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Midnight: A True Story of Loyalty in World War I
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About Midnight: A True Story Of Loyalty In World War I
Product Description At once sobering and inspiring, here is the true tale of a World War I cavalry soldier and his heroic horse, Midnight. Guy Haydon raised and trained Midnight from the time she was a foal. The two had such a strong bond that when World War I broke out, Lieutenant Haydon slipped away from the frontlines of Gallipoli on an Egypt-bound ship to reunite with his horse. There, in the city of Beersheba, on October 31, 1917, two regiments of the Australian Light Horse Brigade took part in one of the last great cavalry charges in history. Among the first to leap the enemy trenches was Lieutenant Guy Haydon, riding Midnight—who succumbed to a bullet that might have otherwise killed her rider. In a new story from an award-winning duo, luminous illustrations and lyrical narration bring a sad moment in history to life. From School Library Journal K-Gr 4—This gorgeous picture book tells the story of a black foal named Midnight and his owner, Guy, who headed off together to the cavalry in World War I. They were separated in Egypt, when only soldiers were needed on the Turkish coast, but Guy returned as soon as he could to find Midnight. He succeeded, and they began desert patrol together near Beersheba where Midnight was killed in one of the last great cavalry charges of history, saving her rider. The battles aren't depicted graphically (there's no blood seen, just a few bodies on stretchers). The style of the writing and illustrations look ideal for younger readers, but most children this age will have only limited knowledge of World War I. VERDICT Presented with some context, this book may make a suitable addition for historical units.—Dorcas Hand, Annunciation Orthodox School, Houston, TX Review This gorgeous picture book tells the story of a black foal named Midnight and his owner, Guy, who headed off together to the cavalry in World War I.... a suitable addition for historical units. —School Library Journal The text is well matched by Lessac’s bright and colorful gouache paintings...the pair’s loyal friendship, as well as Midnight’s ultimate sacrifice, will likely resonate with animal-lovers. —Booklist Online Useful as a facet of a larger look at World War I. —Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Lessac’s...illustrations in saturated colors set the scene and clearly express the bond between Guy and Midnight. —Literacy Daily About the Author Mark Greenwood is the award-winning author of The Greatest Liar on Earth and The Donkey of Gallipoli, both illustrated by his wife, Frané Lessac. They live with their two children in Western Australia. Frané Lessac, the illustrator of more than thirty children’s books, has exhibited her artwork in London, Paris, New York, Los Angeles, and the Caribbean. Originally from New Jersey, she now lives in Western Australia.
