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Dear Olly

Name: Dear Olly
ISBN: 9780006753339

By Michael Morpurgo

A clown’s dream and a swallow’s dangerous journey collide, but what will war change forever?

moving inspirational thought-provoking

Genres

Adventure Animals Friendship/Family

What is Dear Olly about?

Olly's brother, Matt, dreams of bringing joy to African orphans by becoming a clown, leaving his family behind. Meanwhile, Hero, a swallow, embarks on a perilous migration to Africa. Their intertwined journeys reveal the harsh realities of war and the resilience of the human spirit.

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

128 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2001

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