Little Manfred
Little Manfred by Michael Morpurgo is a poignant tale published by HarperCollins Children’s in 2011. This first edition spans 172 pages and is presented in English. The story revolves around a wooden Dachshund, crafted by a German prisoner of war, which serves as a connection between two families across the divide of conflict. The narrative unfolds as Walter, a German survivor of the Bismarck sinking, is taken aboard a British ship and placed with a host family, where he forms a bond with ten-year-old Grace.
Readers will discover themes of family, friendship, and the emotional complexities of war as Walter navigates his new life in Britain. The story explores the impact of historical events on personal relationships, highlighting the innocence of childhood amidst the backdrop of military conflict. As the narrative progresses, the emotional stakes rise with the impending World Cup in 1966, offering a chance for reunion and reflection. This edition invites readers to engage with the intertwining lives of its characters, set against the rich tapestry of European history and social themes.
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The heart-lifting, heartbreaking new story by Michael Morpurgo, the nation’s favourite storyteller. In the Imperial War Museum is a wooden Dachshund, carved by a German prisoner of war for the children of the British family with which he stayed after the fighting ended. This is the story of how it got there… When the Bismarck sinks, one of the only German survivors is taken on board a British ship as a prisoner of war. Sent to live with a host family, Walter must adapt to a new way of life, in the heart of an enemy country. Gradually, though, he finds a friend in ten-year-old Grace. So when the time finally comes to go back to Germany, it’s an emotional parting, with Walter leaving Grace with only a carved wooden dog to remember him by. The question is, will Walter and Grace ever meet again? In 1966, with the World Cup coming to Britain, that opportunity may just have come along…
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