The Butterfly Lion
The Butterfly Lion by Michael Morpurgo is a poignant narrative published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited on August 3, 2023. This edition, comprising 128 pages, presents a lyrical tale centered around a young boy named Bertie and his enduring friendship with a white lion cub in Africa. The story explores themes of loyalty and separation as Bertie rescues the cub, only to face the challenges of being sent to boarding school in England while the lion is sold to a circus.
Readers will find a touching exploration of friendship and the bond between humans and animals. The narrative captures Bertie’s determination to reunite with his beloved lion, emphasizing the emotional connections that transcend distance. With elements of adventure and a historical backdrop, this book appeals to those interested in juvenile nonfiction and fiction, particularly in the context of animals and classic storytelling.
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A lyrical and moving tale of a young boy growing up in Africa, and his lifelong friendship with a white lion, from a master storyteller
‘Will touch all hearts – both young and old’ Virginia McKenna, Born Free Foundation
When Bertie rescues an orphaned white lion cub from the African veld, the pair are inseparable – until Bertie is sent to boarding school far away in England and the lion is sold to a circus.
Bertie swears that one day they will see one another again, but it is the butterfly lion which ensures that their friendship will never be forgotten.
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