Books like Running Wild by Michael Morpurgo
After his father dies in the Iraq war, 10‑year‑old Will discovers that a supposed family vacation to Indonesia has become a desperate survival story. When Oona, the elephant he is riding, suddenly flies into the jungle, Will is plunged into a perilous journey that culminates in a tsunami. Stranded and alone, he must rely on his wits and the strength of his unlikely companion to face the dangers of the jungle and survive the disaster.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Michael Morpurgo
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