Murray the Horse
Murray the Horse by Gavin Puckett, published by Faber & Faber, Limited in 2015, is a delightful UK edition that spans 96 pages. This engaging story follows Murray, a horse with dreams of winning races like his family, despite his lack of speed. When an unexpected opportunity arises due to another horse’s injury, Murray seizes the moment to showcase his unique racing technique.
Readers will find a humorous narrative presented in verse, appealing to children aged 7-11 and horse enthusiasts alike. The book features charming illustrations by Frank Rodgers, enhancing the whimsical tone of the story. With themes of self-belief and perseverance, Murray the Horse offers an entertaining exploration of dreams and determination, making it a joyful read for young audiences.
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Murray the horse dreams of winning big races just like the rest of his family but he has one problem – he’s just not that fast! When horse Ned Plumb twists his ankle at the start line, his jockey spots Murray in the crowd and says, ‘Fancy a race?’ Murray finally gets his chance to shine and beat the neigh-sayers with a rather unusual race technique…
Written in winning verse, the accessible, bonkers writing in Murray the Horse will charm boys and girls age 7-11 (and horse-lovers of all ages), and is complemented by Frank Rodgers’ modern classic black-and-white line illustrations, and has a great message about believing in yourself and following your dreams.
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