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The Pied Piper Of Hamelin

Name: The Pied Piper Of Hamelin
ISBN: 9781406369007

By Michael Morpurgo

A brave orphan must uncover what the mysterious piper truly wants from Hamelin.

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Genres

Fairy Tales Classics

What is The Pied Piper Of Hamelin about?

In the town of Hamelin, the wealthy live in luxury while the poor scavenge for scraps. When a plague of rats overruns the town, a mysterious piper offers to rid them of the vermin for a single gold coin. However, when the greedy mayor refuses to pay, the piper exacts a haunting revenge. Narrated by a brave orphan boy, this retelling weaves contemporary social and environmental themes into a timeless tale, brought to life by vivid illustrations.

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

112 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

This edition

2016

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