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The Sleeping Sword

By Michael Morpurgo

Adjectives

enchanting captivating inspirational

Genres

Fantasy Adventure Historical Fiction

Synopsis

After a diving accident leaves Bun Bendle blind, his world is plunged into darkness. Struggling to adapt, he stumbles upon an ancient tomb on his family's farm in the Scilly Isles. Inside, he discovers a mysterious sword and shield that transport him into the legendary realm of King Arthur. This magical encounter sets Bun on a transformative journey, blending contemporary life with timeless Arthurian legend.

About the author

Michael Morpurgo is a much-loved British author who has written over a hundred books for children. He is best known for his story 'War Horse', which was made into a play and a film. Michael often writes about animals and adventures, inspiring children to imagine exciting worlds and discover the magic of stories.

Pages

128 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2008

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Waiting for Anya
The Amazing Story of Adolphus Tips
Shadow
Wombat Goes Walkabout
Listen To The Moon
Jemima the Pig and the 127 Acorns
The Kites Are Flying!
The Butterfly Lion
Little Foxes
The White Horse of Zennor and Other Stories
Farm Boy
Beowulf
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Barney the Horse and Other Tales from the Farm A Farms for City Children Book
I Believe in Unicorns
Black Beauty A Retelling
A Song of Gladness
The War of Jenkins' Ear
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