Books like Homecoming by Michael Morpurgo
Michael Morpurgo, the author of the acclaimed novel 'Kiss, Kiss, Bright Lights', revisits the landscape of his memories, the idyllic village of Bradwell, his childhood home 50 years before. The village is peopled by quirky characters such as the three Stebbing sisters, the moustachioed Colonel Burton and Bennie the village thug. The story follows a young boy's journey as environmental issues arise and social changes occur over the years since the author's own childhood, bringing back vivid memories of his formative years in Bradwell. Through this nostalgic tale, Morpurgo explores themes of environmental protection, social change, and the challenges of growing up in a changing world.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Michael Morpurgo
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