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A TOP 10 CHILDREN'S FICTION BESTSELLERA beautifully illustrated full-colour tribute to King Charles III, published to mark his coronation from the bestselling creators of There Once Is a Queen.There once was a boy who was going to be king one day . . .From the Nation's Favourite Storyteller Sir Michael Morpurgo comes a poetic celebration of our new monarch, King Charles III, beautifully illustrated in watercolour by acclaimed artist Michael Foreman.There once was a little boy, born a prince. Encouraged by his parents, he grew up with a passion for the countryside, wanting to look after it. Then, as the longest-serving Prince of Wales in British history, he dedicated decades of his life to raising awareness for conservation. Now our king, his devoted work will continue to inspire the protection of our planet for future generations.This allegorical story tells how with the help of a tiny acorn a wise old woman gives a lonely boy, who would be king, the courage and determination to cha

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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

The Boy Who Would Be King

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    A Hardback by Michael Morpurgo, Michael Foreman

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      Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
      Publication Date: 13/04/2023
      ISBN13: 9780008615406, 978-0008615406
      ISBN10: 0008615403

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      A TOP 10 CHILDREN'S FICTION BESTSELLERA beautifully illustrated full-colour tribute to King Charles III, published to mark his coronation from the bestselling creators of There Once Is a Queen.There once was a boy who was going to be king one day . . .From the Nation's Favourite Storyteller Sir Michael Morpurgo comes a poetic celebration of our new monarch, King Charles III, beautifully illustrated in watercolour by acclaimed artist Michael Foreman.There once was a little boy, born a prince. Encouraged by his parents, he grew up with a passion for the countryside, wanting to look after it. Then, as the longest-serving Prince of Wales in British history, he dedicated decades of his life to raising awareness for conservation. Now our king, his devoted work will continue to inspire the protection of our planet for future generations.This allegorical story tells how with the help of a tiny acorn a wise old woman gives a lonely boy, who would be king, the courage and determination to cha

      Trade Review

      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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