Morpurgo, Michael

The Mozart question by Michael Morpurgo ( Book )
8 editions published between 2006 and 2009 in 3 languages and held by 3,785 libraries worldwide
A young journalist goes to Venice, Italy, to interview a famous violinist, who tells the story of his parents' incarceration by the Nazis, and explains why they can no longer listen to the music of Mozart.

Private Peaceful by Michael Morpurgo ( Book )
39 editions published between 2002 and 2009 in 4 languages and held by 2,566 libraries worldwide
When Thomas Peaceful's older brother is forced to join the British Army, Thomas decides to sign up as well, although he is only fourteen years old, to prove himself to his country, his family, his childhood love, Molly, and himself.

Kensuke's kingdom by Michael Morpurgo ( Book )
52 editions published between 1999 and 2010 in 12 languages and held by 1,830 libraries worldwide
From the Publisher: When Michael's parents lose their jobs, they buy a boat and decide to sail around the world with their son and their beloved dog. It's an ideal trip-until Michael is swept overboard. He's washed up on an island, where he struggles to survive. Then he discovers that he's not alone. His fellow-castaway, Kensuke, keeps his distance at first. But when Michael's life is threatened, he slowly lets the boy into his world. The two teach and learn from each other until, inevitably, they must part ways.

Waiting for Anya by Michael Morpurgo ( Book )
22 editions published between 1990 and 2007 in 4 languages and held by 1,591 libraries worldwide
Jo places his life in danger when he helps protect a growing number of Jewish children who have sought refuge at a reclusive widow's farm.

War horse by Michael Morpurgo ( Book )
40 editions published between 1982 and 2011 in 4 languages and held by 1,519 libraries worldwide
Joey the horse recalls his experiences growing up on an English farm, his struggle for survival as a cavalry horse during World War I, and his reunion with his beloved master.

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by Michael Morpurgo ( Book )
5 editions published between 2004 and 2005 in English and held by 1,159 libraries worldwide
The quest of Sir Gawain for the Green Knight teaches him a lesson in pride, humility, and honor.

Robin of Sherwood by Michael Morpurgo ( Book )
14 editions published between 1996 and 2010 in English and French and held by 1,081 libraries worldwide
A twelve-year-old boy dreams about the life and adventures of Robin Hood who lived in Sherwood Forest as an outlaw dedicated to fighting tyranny.

Arthur, high king of Britain by Michael Morpurgo ( Book )
22 editions published between 1994 and 2010 in English and French and held by 1,069 libraries worldwide
A twelve-year-old boy comes across Arthur Pendragon, who has just awakened from his long sleep beneath the earth, and hears from him some of the exciting stories of his past.

The war of Jenkins' ear by Michael Morpurgo ( Book )
14 editions published between 1993 and 2007 in English and held by 1,018 libraries worldwide
Toby Jenkins' friendship with an unusual new boy who claims to be Jesus makes life at boarding school somewhat more tolerable, even when conflict arises between the students and the boys from town.

The butterfly lion by Michael Morpurgo ( Book )
32 editions published between 1996 and 2009 in 4 languages and held by 972 libraries worldwide
Trying to run away from boarding school in England, a boy encounters an old woman who tells him the story of Bertie and his beautiful white lion.