A poetic, beautifully illustrated children’s book – the perfect royal gift to commemorate the Queen
Michael Morpurgo OBE is one of the UK's best-loved authors for
children and young people. He was the third UK Children's Laureate
and he has won the Children's Book Award, the Nestle Children's
Book Prize and the Blue Peter Book of the Year Award. There have
been many stage and screen adaptations of his books, including a
major film and award-winning stage play based on War Horse. Michael
also set up the charity Farms for City Children with his wife
Clare.
Michael Foreman is one of the world's best-loved children's book
illustrators. He has written and illustrated a vast range of books
and has collaborated with many leading children's authors,
including Michael Morpurgo and Terry Jones.
Praise for Michael Morpurgo:
“A master storyteller at his best” The Sunday Times “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 Praise
for The Butterfly Lion by Michael Morpurgo:
“The Butterfly Lion is unique among animals and books, and will
touch all hearts – both young and old.” Virginia McKenna, Born Free
Foundation
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