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Little Manfred

By Michael Morpurgo

Adjectives

heartwarming poignant historical touching

Genres

Historical Fiction Friendship/Family

Synopsis

In 1966, siblings Charley and Alex meet two elderly men on the beach who reveal a poignant tale from World War II. They recount their experiences aboard the Bismarck, their rescue by a British ship, and the deep bond formed with a young girl named Grace. A carved wooden dachshund, 'Little Manfred,' becomes a symbol of their enduring friendship, bridging past and present in this touching story of reconciliation and memory.

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

172 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2011

Community rating

Average score: 5

From 4 readers

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