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When the Sky Falls
The bestselling wartime animal tale inspired by a true story
Series: Historical Animal Stories
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When the Sky Falls
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When the Sky Falls is the multi-award-winning story about the incredible friendship between a young boy and a silverback gorilla during the Second World War, inspired by a true story.
It's 1941. War is raging. Joseph has been sent to live in the city, where bombers rule the skies. There, he lives with Mrs F, a gruff woman with no fondness for children. Her only loves are the rundown zoo she owns and its mighty silverback gorilla, Adonis. As the weeks pass, Joseph and Adonis become friends, but what will happen when the bombers set him rampaging free?
Other animal war stories by Phil Earle include:
- While the Storm Rages
- Until the Road Ends
Winner of the British Book Award for Children's Fiction Book of the Year.
‘A magnificent story... It deserves every prize going’ - Philip Pullman
‘An extraordinary story... Deeply felt, movingly written, a remarkable achievement’ - Michael Morpurgo
Series: Historical Animal Stories
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When the Sky Falls by Phil Earle is highly praised for its moving and emotionally powerful narrative, often drawing comparisons to classics like Goodnight Mister Tom. Celebrated authors commend its deep emotional impact, with some noting it brought them to tears, and it is recognised for exploring themes of kindness and humanity during difficult times. The book is seen as a significant achievement that resonates with both historical and contemporary relevance.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781783449651
Publisher: Andersen Press Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 03 June 2021
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Andersen Press Ltd
Audience: General / adult, Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 256g
Pages: 320
About the Author
Born and raised in the north of England, Phil Earle is the author of numerous acclaimed, award-winning books for children and teenagers. He has worked as a carer, a dramatherapist, a bookseller and a publisher, and loves talking at schools and festivals around the world. His novel When The Sky Falls won the Books Are My Bag Readers Award and the British Book Award for Children’s Fiction. He lives on the side of a very steep hill with his wife, their five children and two dogs.
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