Of Lions and Unicorns: a Lifetime of Tales from the Master Storyteller

Name: Of Lions and Unicorns: a Lifetime of Tales from the Master Storyteller
ISBN: 9780007937264

By Michael Morpurgo

What secrets connect brave children, wild creatures, lonely travellers and legendary heroes across twenty-five remarkable tales?

moving magical adventurous thought-provoking

Genres

Adventure Animals Historical Fiction

What is Of Lions and Unicorns: a Lifetime of Tales from the Master Storyteller about?

This rich collection brings together twenty-five short stories and extracts from twenty-five of Michael Morpurgo’s best-loved novels. Across five sections, readers will encounter unforgettable tales of war, animals, family memories, the sea and traditional folk stories. Meet loyal horses, wild creatures, brave children, lonely travellers and legendary heroes in stories that range from moving and thoughtful to magical and thrilling. With work spanning Morpurgo’s career, this anthology offers a captivating introduction to one of Britain’s most cherished storytellers.

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

592 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2013

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