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The Puffin Keeper

By Michael Morpurgo
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In The Puffin Keeper, a young boy forms a lifelong friendship with a lighthouse keeper after a dramatic shipwreck. Set against rugged coastal scenery, their bond grows over decades, intertwined with the lives of puffins they both cherish. This heart-warming tale highlights themes of companionship, nature, and the passage of time.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you love enchanting and heartwarming stories set in awe-inspiring landscapes. This enchanting tale, woven by Michael Morpurgo, draws you into the adventures of friendship, resilience, and the special bond between a boy and the creatures he cares for, providing both young and old with a delightful reading experience.

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The Puffin Keeper

"As a child, Allen is saved from a nautical disaster by Benjamin Postlethwaite, a solitary lighthouse keeper. Years later, Allen returns to the lighthouse, and the two nurse an injured young puffin back to health. When Allen is called up to fight in World War Two...his fond memories of his time at the lighthouse keep him going, even through prison camp"--

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A magical new story from two of the most-loved creators, Michael Morpurgo and Benji Davies. This is an enchanting story, a powerful future classic.

It was Benjamin Postlethwaite's job all his long life to make sure the light shone brightly high up in the lighthouse on Puffin Island. Not once in all his years as the lighthouse keeper had he ever let his light go out. But sometimes even the brightest light on a lighthouse cannot save a ship.

This is a story of a life-changing friendship, a lost puffin, and a lonely artist. It's the story of an entire lifetime, and how one event can change a life forever. From masterful storyteller, Michael Morpurgo, and world-class illustrator, Benji Davies, comes a magical new story. This truly beautiful tale will enchant readers of all ages.

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The Puffin Keeper has received positive reviews for its enchanting storytelling and beautiful illustrations. Critics commend Michael Morpurgo's evocative writing and the deep emotional connections forged between characters and creatures. The novel is lauded as a classic adventure for young readers, filled with valuable moral lessons and propelled by charming artwork.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241454503

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 July 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Benji Davies
  • Illustrated by Benji Davies

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 144.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 112

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Michael Morpurgo Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

Michael Morpurgo (Author) Michael Morpurgo is one of Britain's best-loved storymakers. He has written over 150 books loved by readers around the world. His best-known work, War Horse, was adapted into a multi-Oscar-nominated film by Steven Spielberg and into a widely acclaimed play by the National Theatre. In 2003 Michael became the third Children's Laureate, a position he helped to create with the poet Ted Hughes. With his wife, Clare, he set up the charity Farms for City Children, and for their pioneering work they were both awarded the MBE in 1999. In 2017 he was awarded a knighthood for services to literature and charity. Benji Davies (Illustrator) Benji Davies is an award-winning illustrator and author. Creator of the bestselling, acclaimed The Storm Whale, Grandad's Island, and The Grotlyn, Benji's books have been co-editioned in over thirty-five languages and countries, gaining recognition worldwide. Benji is also the illustrator of the internationally successful Bizzy Bear board book series, which recently topped three million sales globally.

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