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Informationen zum Autor Sir Michael Morpurgo OBE FRSL FKC DL is a writer, playwright, performer and librettist. The author of more than 150 children’s books, he has sold over 35 million copies worldwide and in almost 40 languages. A former teacher and vocal spokesperson for the benefits of reading for pleasure, he is currently the President of Book Trust. Between 2003–2005 he was Children’s Laureate and in 2018 he was knighted for services to literature and charity. Many of Michael’s books have been adapted for stage and screen, including the phenomenal National Theatre adaptation of War Horse, which has been seen by over 10 million people in over 100 cities around the world, broke the West End record for weekly ticket sales, and won 5 Tony Awards and 2 Olivier Awards. Michael is also the co-founder, with his wife Clare, of the charity Farms for City Children. Shoo Rayner has written over a hundred and fifty children’s books, and has also illustrated for other authors, including Michael Morpurgo and Michael Rosen. Klappentext A new edition of the charming series of adventures for younger readers. Includes two volumes in one: "Mossop's Last Chance" and "Albertine, Goose Queen", with illustrations by Shoo Rayner. Ages: 6-8yrs Zusammenfassung Join the fun on the farm! A charming story from award-winning author Michael Morpurgo! hilariously illustrated throughout by Shoo Rayner! and perfect for readers of 5 and up.
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Praise for Michael Morpurgo:
"Michael Morpurgo writes brilliantly about war and animals, conveying the big emotions without preaching." Guardian
"Champagne quality over a wide range of subjects." Daily Telegraph
"There are few children's writers as compelling as Michael Morpurgo." Daily Express
"Morpurgo, as always, is subtle and skilful, and incorporates social and moral issues into his writing without being self-righteous or detracting from the quality of the narrative"
Elizabeth Reilly, British Council
"The former children's laureate has the happy knack of speaking to both child and adult readers." Guardian
