The Machine Gunners

Robert Westall’s gripping first novel for children set during World War Two and winner of the Carnegie Medal. Wiith a brilliant cover look to celebrate its fortieth anniversary.

More than a decade after his death, Robert Westall retains his reputation as one of the most powerful writers for children. He was awarded two Carnegie Medals (for ＂The Machine Gunners＂ and ＂The Scarecrows＂) and used his own childhood experiences of World War II in his books.