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Shadow
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- Book Synopsis
- A stunning and moving novel from a master storyteller - featuring the bravest dog in the world . . .'A superb animal tale, in the same vein as War Horse' GuardianNever has Aman needed a friend more than when a springer spaniel appears before him one day. The dog becomes a constant companion, a shadow, and that's what Aman decides to call her.But life in Afghanistan is becoming more dangerous by the moment, and eventually Aman and Shadow must find the courage to leave. But how far can Shadow lead them? And in this terrifying new world, is anywhere really safe?
- About The Author
- Sir Michael Morpurgo OBE FRSL FKC DL is a writer, playwright, performer and librettist. The author of more than 150 children's books, he has sold over 35 million copies worldwide and in almost 40 languages. A former teacher and vocal spokesperson for the benefits of reading for pleasure, he is currently the President of Book Trust. Between 2003-2005 he was Children's Laureate and in 2018 he was knighted for services to literature and charity. Many of Michael's books have been adapted for stage and screen, including the phenomenal National Theatre adaptation of War Horse, which has been seen by over 10 million people in over 100 cities around the world, broke the West End record for weekly ticket sales, and won 5 Tony Awards and 2 Olivier Awards. Michael is also the co-founder, with his wife Clare, of the charity Farms for City Children.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9780008638566
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Children's Books, (03 August 2023)
- Number of Pages
- 287
- Weight
- 260 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 198 x 129 x 30 mm
- Categories:
- Children's Fiction Children and Teenage: Military and War Fiction Children and Teenage: Romance and Relationships General Interests and Hobbies Children and Teenage: Nature, animals, the natural world Personal and Social Topics Children and Teenage: Emotions, moods, feelings and behaviours Children and Teenage: Social issues / topics