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The Trumpet of the Swan

By Elwyn Brooks White

Adjectives

heartwarming inspirational engaging

Genres

Animals Fantasy Friendship/Family

Synopsis

Louis, a young trumpeter swan born without a voice, embarks on a journey to find his own way of communicating. With the support of his family and his human friend, Sam Beaver, Louis learns to read and write. However, when he falls in love with Serena, another swan who cannot read his messages, Louis's father devises a plan to help him express his feelings. This heartwarming tale explores themes of perseverance, love, and the importance of finding one's own voice.

About the author

Elwyn Brooks White, known as E. B. White, was a wonderful author from America who loved animals and nature. He wrote the much-loved book 'Charlotte’s Web', which tells the story of a clever spider and her pig friend, Wilbur. His books have delighted children for years with their warmth, imagination, and gentle humour.

Pages

320 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2014

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