The Boy Who Would Be King

Author Michael Morpurgo, Narrated by Michael Morpurgo

Unabridged (Complete Version)
Duration: 21 minutes

A TOP 10 CHILDREN’S FICTION BESTSELLERA beautiful tribute to King Charles III, published to mark his coronation – from the bestselling creators of There Once Is a Queen.There once was a boy who was going to be king one day . . .From the Nation’s Favourite Storyteller Sir Michael Morpurgo comes a poetic celebration of our new monarch, King Charles III.There once was a little boy, born a prince. Encouraged by his parents, he grew up with a passion for the countryside, wanting to look after it. Then, as the longest-serving Prince of Wales in British history, he dedicated decades of his life to raising awareness for conservation. Now our king, his devoted work will continue to inspire the protection of our planet for future generations.This allegorical story tells how – with the help of a tiny acorn – a wise old woman gives a lonely boy, who would be king, the courage and determination to change the world for the better, for everyone. An exquisite companion to There Once Is a Queen, this commemoration of King Charles III’s coronation is a gift book truly to be treasured.Michael Morpurgo, the Sunday Times bestselling author, presents a prize-winning, historical, and biographical narrative in The Boy Who Would Be King. This short, non-fiction book for kids and juveniles takes readers on a journey through Europe, introducing them to the royalty, places, and people that have shaped history.For fans of Katherine Rundell (Rooftoppers), Philip Pullman (The Secret Commonwealth), Michelle Magorian (Goodnight Mister Tom), Dick King-Smith (Martin&#39;s Mice), and Louis Sachar (Wayside School Gets a Little Stranger).HarperCollins Children&#39;s 2023

Author Michael Morpurgo, Narrated by Michael Morpurgo

Unabridged (Complete Version)
Duration: 21 minutes

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Author Michael Morpurgo, Narrated by Michael Morpurgo

Unabridged (Complete Version) Duration: 21 minutes

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Unabridged (Complete Version)
Duration: 21 minutes