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The Swoose (Audiobook)

By Dick King-Smith

Adjectives

heartwarming whimsical charming historical

Genres

Animals Historical Fiction

Synopsis

Fitzherbert, born to a goose mother and a swan father, is a unique 'swoose'. Tired of being teased on the farm, he embarks on a journey to find his father. His adventure leads him to Windsor Castle, where he becomes a cherished companion of Queen Victoria, bringing joy to her in her time of mourning.

About the author

Dick King-Smith was a much-loved British author who wrote over 100 books for children, often about animals and farms. His most famous story is 'The Sheep-Pig', which inspired the popular film 'Babe'. Dick loved spending time with animals and used his real-life experiences to create his wonderful, imaginative stories.

Pages

45 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

1994

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