Book description
Discover the beautiful stories of Michael Morpurgo, author of Warhorse
and the nation's favourite storyteller
The heart-lifting, heartbreaking story by Michael Morpurgo, the
nation's favourite storyteller.
In the Imperial War Museum is a wooden Dachshund, carved by a German
prisoner of war for the children of the British family with which he
stayed after the fighting ended. This is the story of how it got there…
When the Bismarck sinks, one of the only German survivors is taken on
board a British ship as a prisoner of war. Sent to live with a host
family, Walter must adapt to a new way of life, in the heart of an enemy
country. Gradually, though, he finds a friend in ten-year-old Grace. So
when the time finally comes to go back to Germany, it's an emotional
parting, with Walter leaving Grace with only a carved wooden dog to
remember him by. The question is, will Walter and Grace ever meet again?
In 1966, with the World Cup coming to Britain, that opportunity may just
have come along… “Nobody can balance old and new better, or more
convincingly.” - The Independent
“[Morpurgo] really is a master at this sort of thing; not a word is
wasted." - The Telegraph
“Morpurgo is a virtuoso at conjuring vibrant stories that draw on
historical events." - The Observer Review
“This is a very touching, absorbing story vividly bringing events to
life." - Primary Times
"A treat for all ages and abilities to enjoy." - Primary Times
“This book is perfect for anybody who wants to find out about the
Second World War and how it affected real people.” - First News
"Foreman's water-colour illustrations are a perfect counterpoint
to the text… This is a book which can be enjoyed by, and give something
to, many age groups." - School Librarian Michael Morpurgo OBE is
one of Britain's best loved writers for children. He has written over
100 books and won many prizes, including the Smarties Prize, the
Whitbread Award and the Blue Peter Book Award.
