Soldaat Peaceful

The intimate point of view creates such an emotional connection, but I wonder what inspired the choice to keep it so personal and limited.

The contrast between childhood and the horrors of war made me reflect on how fragile innocence is during such times. Did others find this balance powerful or difficult?

There’s a strong undercurrent of sacrifice and loyalty — I’m curious if these were personal themes for Morpurgo or shaped by the historical context.