Heroes Hardcover Educational Edition Av Robert Cormier

<p>When Francis Cassavant returns to his home town, his face horribly disfigured during World War II, he is tormented by memories of the conflict. People believe him to be a teenage war hero, not realising that his act of ‘heroism’ was in fact a suicide attempt. Back home, Francis has a mission – to get revenge on the youth leader he idolised, but betrayed him. And he’s prepared to do whatever it takes.</p> <p> </p> <p>What are the themes?</p> <p>Heroism, conflict, struggle against evil, guilt, forgiveness, loneliness, loyalty.</p> <p> </p> <p>Teaching points</p> <p>This short novel, with its gripping plot and engaging themes, is accessible to a wide range of abilities. Provides excellent opportunities for exploring structure and narrative viewpoint.</p> <p> </p>