Beauty and the Beast

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In this enchanting retelling by Michael Morpurgo, a merchant named Marco encounters a fearsome Beast and must persuade one of his daughters to take his place at the Beast's palace. Kind-hearted Belle agrees and forms a unique bond with the Beast, who asks her daily to marry him. After returning home, Belle faces challenges from her jealous sisters but ultimately follows her heart back to the palace. There, her love breaks the Beast's curse, transforming him into a handsome prince.

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.