In this Michael Morpurgo novel set during WWII, we meet a family living in Dresden, Germany. The mother works at the local zoo. Fearing for the safety of an elephant she has cared for since its birth, she soon starts bringing her home at night to stay in her garden. One night while they are out walking the elephant at a local park, their town is bombed. They begin a journey to safety, never leaving the elephant behind. Based on a true story, this was a brief but moving story, based on real-life events. (FIC MOR)
No comments:
Post a Comment