Author: Morpurgo, Michael Designed / suitable for UK curricula & examinationsPublished on 9 May 2024 by Scholastic in the United Kingdom.Hardback | 80 pages281 x 219 x 17 | 608g On the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, Michael Morpurgotells a new story about this milestone moment in British history.Aunty Iris always treasured her small painting of a boat, paintedby her close friend Alfie many years before. Her nephew, Michael,is inspired to try and find out what actually happened to Alfiein World War II. He embarks on a journey that takes him acrossthe Channel into France, learning a profound lesson along the wayabout service and the surprising power of memory.With stunning illustrations by Michael Foreman, this powerfulbook is perfect for the whole family to share and remember.A stunning commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the D-DayinvasionCreated by two legends of British children's books, Michael Morpurgo(War Horse, Private Peaceful) and Michael Foreman(War Boy)Developed in partnership with the Royal British Legion
