Luxury hardback collector’s edition of a powerful, moving novel by the best-selling author of War Horse.
This is the story of Aman, as told in his own words – a boy from Afghanistan fleeing the horror of the Afghan war.
When a western dog shows up outside the caves where Aman lives with his mother, Aman is initially repulsed – it is not customary for people to keep dogs as pets in his part of the world. But when Aman and his mother finally decide to make a bid for freedom, the dog Aman has called Shadow will not leave their side.
Soon it becomes clear: the destinies of boy and dog are linked, and always will be...
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“As ever, Morpurgo's warmth and humanity suffuse a story of courage, love and hope.” – Amanda Craig in the Times
“passionate and touching” – Julia Eccleshare
Michael Morpurgo OBE is one of Britain's best-loved writers for children, and has sold more than 35 million books around the world. He has written more than 150 novels and won many prizes, including the Smarties Prize, the Whitbread Award and the Blue Peter Book Award, while several of his books have been adapted for stage and screen, including the global theatrical phenomenon War Horse. Michael was Children’s Laureate from 2003 to 2005, and founded the charity Farms for City Children with his wife, Clare. He was knighted in 2018 for services to literature and charity.
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EUR 5,61
Da: Regno Unito a: U.S.A.
Descrizione libro Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Codice articolo GOR006044920
Descrizione libro Paperback. Condizione: Fair. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration. Codice articolo GOR009190428
Descrizione libro Hardcover. Condizione: Used: Good. Codice articolo SONG0007484690