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Long Way Home
Twelve-year-old George has been in and out of foster care all his life. When he is sent to live with Tom and his family on a farm, he begins to discover what a real home and belonging might mean. But when tragedy strikes, George is forced to face painful truths and the reality of loss. This early Morpurgo novel is more grounded in social realism than his later, more fantastical works. It sen…
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- 9780004000001
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- 95 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.
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- 823.914 MOR k
War Horse
Narrated by Joey, a farm horse sold to the army at the outbreak of World War I, War Horse follows his harrowing journey through the battlefields of Europe. Joey experiences both kindness and cruelty as he passes through the hands of British and German soldiers, all while holding onto the hope of being reunited with Albert, the boy who raised him. This powerful novel blends historical realism…
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- 9780004000003
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- 182 p. ; 20 cm.
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- 823.914 MOR k
Mr Nobodys Eyes
Harry, a lonely boy dealing with difficulties at home, forms an unlikely friendship with Ocky, a chimpanzee who has escaped from a circus. Together they face danger, prejudice, and the struggle to stay free. The novel explores loyalty, freedom, and finding friendship in unexpected places. Morpurgo’s storytelling blends realism with warmth, giving voice to both human and animal struggles. I…
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- 9780004000007
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- 175 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.
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- 823.914 MOR k
Why the Whales Came
Set in 1914 on Bryher in the Isles of Scilly, Why the Whales Came follows Gracie and her friend Daniel, who are warned to stay away from the mysterious Birdman living alone on Samson Island. When they befriend him, they uncover his tragic past and learn about the superstitions of their community. Against the backdrop of World War I, the children witness the stranding of a whale and the challeng…
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- 9780004000005
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- 180 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.
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- 823.914 MOR k
Kensukes Kingdom
Kensuke’s Kingdom tells the story of Michael, a young boy who falls overboard while sailing around the world with his parents and washes up on a remote island. There he meets Kensuke, a reclusive Japanese man who has been stranded since World War II. At first wary of each other, Michael and Kensuke develop a deep bond based on trust, survival, and mutual respect. Morpurgo masterfully combi…
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- 9780004000002
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- 161 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.
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- 823.914 MOR k
The Wombles
This classic children’s novel introduces the Wombles, furry creatures living secretly on Wimbledon Common in London. Guided by the wise Great Uncle Bulgaria, and joined by Orinoco, Tobermory, Bungo, and others, the Wombles dedicate themselves to collecting and recycling rubbish left behind by humans. Elisabeth Beresford combines humor, imagination, and gentle moral lessons, presenting the …
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- 9781408811764
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- 185 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.
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- 823.9 Ber t
The Wandering Wombles
In this second book of Elisabeth Beresford’s much-loved series, the Wombles venture beyond their home on Wimbledon Common. Great Uncle Bulgaria, Orinoco, Bungo, Tomsk, and the others discover the wider world, meeting new challenges while staying true to their mission of tidying up litter and recycling. Beresford writes with humor and charm, creating characters that feel timeless. While the…
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- 9781408808337
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- 172 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.
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- 823.9 BER t
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