Out of the Ashes
By Michael Morpurgo
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Synopsis
On New Year's Day, Becky Morley starts her diary, capturing life on her family's Devon farm. By March, foot-and-mouth disease spreads alarmingly close, leading to the culling of local livestock. Becky faces the heart-wrenching possibility of losing their cherished animals, including Little Josh, her hand-reared lamb. The waiting and uncertainty test her resilience as she hopes for a miracle amidst the crisis.
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
114 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
Published
2001
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