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By Michael Morpurgo

Adjectives

poignant historical inspirational heartfelt

Genres

Historical Fiction Friendship/Family

Synopsis

Jonah, a lonely boy burdened with caring for his ill mother and facing school bullies, seeks refuge in a chapel. There, he encounters the ghost of Nathaniel, an 18th-century foundling. Through Nathaniel's tale, Jonah discovers the hardships of life in the Foundling Hospital and the transformative power of music, leading him to find hope and friendship in his own life.

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

176 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2017

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