My Friend Walter

About My Friend Walter

Embark on a laugh-out-loud historical adventure with Michael Morpurgo's delightful novel, My Friend Walter. This charming tale introduces Bess, a young girl who discovers she's an ancestor of none other than the legendary Sir Walter Raleigh! But this isn't a history lesson from a textbook; Sir Walter appears as a mischievous ghost, bringing his Elizabethan antics right into Bess's modern life. From the moment he lays his cloak in a puddle for Queen Elizabeth I (a story Bess knows well), to his ghostly arrival, readers are in for a treat.

Living with a ghost, especially one as boisterous as Sir Walter, proves to be quite the challenge for Bess. How will she explain his presence to her family, especially when he's busy breaking fishing rods, "borrowing" horses, and smoking cigars in her room? Morpurgo, the beloved author of War Horse, masterfully blends historical elements with contemporary humour, creating a unique and engaging story about friendship across centuries. Perfect for young readers in Malta and Gozo who love history, adventure, and a good laugh.

Key Details

• Author: Michael Morpurgo
• Publisher: Farshore
• Format: Paperback, 192 pages
• Language: English
• Published: 2024
• ISBN: 9780008640835

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