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OverviewBecome inspired by this First World War story of bravery, courage and an unlikely friendship. On 6th May 1915, Henry Friston, a 21-year-old seaman, rejoined his battleship after ten days in Hell. Hell was just 180 metres long and 7 metres wide and was otherwise known only as 'X Beach', Gallipoli. Henry, ferrying the wounded from the battlefield, had not eaten or slept for three days. Then, somehow, in the midst of the bombardments, he met an unlikely companion - a tortoise. This inspiring and impactful story from prolific children's author and illustrator Michael Foreman OBE teaches young readers lessons of hope and how it can come from the most unlikely places. Retold through journal entries and through Henry's accounts to a young reporter, Ali's story cis brought to life by the stunning illustrations and evocative language. This is a story that will stay with generations of readers to come. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Michael ForemanPublisher: Templar Publishing Imprint: Templar Publishing Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 19.80cm , Length: 1.10cm Weight: 0.290kg ISBN: 9781800785304ISBN 10: 1800785305 Pages: 128 Publication Date: 28 September 2023 Recommended Age: From 7 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsMichael Foreman's enchanting story about a contemporaneous friendship between a tortoise and a sailor. * The Telegraph * Author InformationMichael Foreman OBE is one of the UK's pre-eminent children's illustrators. A Kate Greenaway Medal-shortlisted author he has illustrated many best-selling books for children, including War Boy and War Game. Michael is also the illustrator for many of Michael Morpurgo's best-selling books, including Not Bad for a Bad Lad (Templar Publishing, 2010). Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |