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The Fox and the Ghost King

By Michael Morpurgo

A losing fox family's football luck changes when Daddy Fox discovers a buried Ghost King beneath a car park.

heartwarming imaginative engaging

Genres

Animals Sport Fantasy

What is The Fox and the Ghost King about?

In a snug den beneath a garden shed, a family of foxes adores watching football, though their beloved team is on a losing streak. Everything changes when Daddy Fox uncovers the ghost of a king buried under a car park. The Ghost King offers to grant their greatest wish if they set him free. Could this spectral encounter turn their team's fortunes around?

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

142 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

This edition

2016

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