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Flying Scotsman and the Best Birthday Ever

By Michael Morpurgo
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Flying Scotsman and the Best Birthday Ever by Michael Morpurgo is a heartwarming children's story about a young boy named Ben and his gran, who embark on an exciting journey on the famous Flying Scotsman train. They discover a world of adventure and history as Ben’s passion for trains is celebrated, culminating in an unforgettable birthday that blends thrilling sights and family bonds.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you love stories about adventure, friendship, and the magic of train journeys. Set in a time when steam trains ruled the tracks, the charming tale weaves together heartwarming themes that will captivate both young readers and those young at heart. Michael Morpurgo's storytelling brings a sense of nostalgia and excitement perfect for anyone interested in a memorable birthday adventure.

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Flying Scotsman and the Best Birthday Ever

This inspiring tale from Michael Morpurgo and Michael Foreman celebrates the world's most iconic train, Flying Scotsman, and its greatest fan, a young girl named Iris.

An inspiring tale from Michael Morpurgo and Michael Foreman celebrating the world's most iconic train, Flying Scotsman, and its greatest fan, a young girl named Iris

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A Financial Times Book of the Year 2022

An inspiring tale from Michael Morpurgo and Michael Foreman celebrating the world's most iconic train, Flying Scotsman, and its greatest fan, a young girl named Iris.

Iris knows everything there is to know about Flying Scotsman. Her dad is the famous train's driver, and every year her favourite birthday treat is a trip to see him at work. But each time Flying Scotsman pulls away, Iris wishes more than anything that she could be in the driver's cab, just like her dad. Then again, who's to stop her...

Published in association with the National Railway Museum, York, Flying Scotsman and the Best Birthday Ever takes readers on a journey through the golden age of steam travel, paying tribute to the women who kept the railways running during the Second World War. With family at its heart, the story is warmly written and joyously illustrated by national treasures Michael Morpurgo and Michael Foreman.

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Flying Scotsman and the Best Birthday Ever by Michael Morpurgo is praised for its inspiring tale featuring a determined heroine and the iconic train. It's celebrated for challenging gender roles and encouraging readers to pursue their dreams, wrapped in a rich narrative that blends history with a heart-warming family adventure. Michael Foreman's striking watercolours, together with Morpurgo's storytelling, evoke the golden age of railways, delivering a charming and magical journey.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500652947

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: Illustrated in colour throughout

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Michael Foreman
  • Contributions by the National Railway Museum, York
  • Illustrated by Michael Foreman

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 288.0mm

Height: 214.0mm

Weight: 410g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Michael Morpurgo

About the Author

Michael Morpurgo is one of the UK's best-loved authors and storytellers. He has written more than 150 books, including the internationally celebrated War Horse, and was appointed Children's Laureate in 2003. Morpurgo was awarded an OBE in 2007 and a knighthood in 2018 for services to literature and charity. Michael Foreman is an internationally renowned, multi-award-winning children's book illustrator and author. He has twice won the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal for British children's book illustration.

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