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Little Albatross

Little Albatross

The last snows of winter are melting away and Little Albatross sits snug in the warmth of Mother Albatross' feathers. He grows bigger and stronger until one day Mother and Father Albatross go fishing together, leaving Little Albatross alone for the first time. Will they return in time to save him from the killer bird who is watching, waiting . . .?

Reviews

  • Foreman and Morpurgo are the high priests of collaboration, understanding how to grab the reader tight from the first page

    The Independent

  • A breathtaking collaboration of words and pictures builds the suspense up to a nerve-wracking climax

    Junior

  • Beautiful seascapes by Michael Foreman.

    The Children's Bookseller

  • This story, with its stunning illustrations, will delight all animal lovers

    Norwich Evening News

  • A lyrical book, perfect for bedtime.

    Angels & Urchins

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About the Author

Michael Morpurgo

Michael Morpurgo has written over 120 books, many of them award-winning. His most well-known work, War Horse, was adapted into a multi-Oscar nominated film by Steven Spielberg, and a widely-acclaimed play at the National Theatre. In 2003 Michael became the third Children's Laureate, a position he helped create with the poet Ted Hughes. With his wife, Clare, he set up the charity Farms for City Children, and for their pioneering work they were both awarded the MBE in 1999.

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Michael Foreman

Michael Foreman is one of the most talented and popular creators of children's books today. He has won the Kate Greenaway Medal two times and has been the UK nominee for the Hans Christian Andersen Award twice. His highly acclaimed books are published all over the world. He is married and has three sons. He divides his time between St Ives in Cornwall and London.

Michael Foreman

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