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A mysterious bird arrives in Godhanger Wood and becomes a guardian for the frightened forest creatures, standing up to the cruel gamekeeper. The bird, portrayed as a Christ-like figure, ultimately sacrifices itself to save the animals from death.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Dick King-Smith
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