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One cold Christmas night, a shepherd recounts the magical story of how he came to be the first visitor to the newborn Christ child - ahead of the other shepherds, and in complete secret. A deftly wrought re-working of the nativity story, Michael's tale is rich in human detail. Quentin Blake's watercolour illustrations ooze energy and atmosphere and perfectly complement this poignant story.
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Michael Morpurgo, the last Children's Laureate, has written more than forty books and won the Whitbread Award, the Smarties Award, the Circle of Gold Award, the Children's Book Award and has been short-listed for the Carnegie Medal four times. He is a tireless champion for children's books and was recently created Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres by the French government. Quentin Blake's illustration has now taken on iconic status and is famous throughout the world. The inaugural children's laureate, he is one of our best-loved advocates for everything to do with the children's book.
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51 of 51 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Fantastic book bringing together the true Christmas story and fantasy. It's a story of what happens to the little shepherd boy who is left behind to look after the sheep when the grown up shepherds rush off to see the new baby King Jesus. He thinks it unfair that as the smallest, he never gets to do exciting things like his older brothers, but his adventure turns out to be the best of all with help from the angels!
When you've finished wrapping the presents and decorating the tree and find yourself with 15 minutes to spare, get yourself and any spare children comfortable on the sofa with hot chocolate, a mince pie and this wonderful book and give yourselves a pre-Christmas treat.
When you've finished wrapping the presents and decorating the tree and find yourself with 15 minutes to spare, get yourself and any spare children comfortable on the sofa with hot chocolate, a mince pie and this wonderful book and give yourselves a pre-Christmas treat.
32 of 32 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
There have been countless retellings of the Christmas story but few as tender and touching as this. While intended for young readers it will appeal to all ages with its unique narrative and irresistible illustrations by Quentin Blake.
Few of Grandpa's relatives really believe his story but they always look forward to hearing it on Christmas Eve. He tells it in the same way each time, beginning with "When I was very little....."
As a boy he tended sheep with his father, uncle, and older brothers. One cold, starry night they were visited by the angel Gabriel who told them of an amazing birth, and invited them to come and see the baby for themselves. Well, of course, someone had to stay with the sheep while the other shepherds went over the hill to Bethlehem. Since Grandpa was the youngest he was left behind.
Oh, how he cried and wailed as he watched the others disappear into the night. He shouted, "It's not fair!" And then Gabriel made a return visit, offering to carry the boy to Bethlehem.
Young readers will be delighted with the outcome of this story, and adults may wish they could believe it. Whatever the case, "On Angel Wings" is sure to become a family Christmas favorite.
- Gail Cooke
Few of Grandpa's relatives really believe his story but they always look forward to hearing it on Christmas Eve. He tells it in the same way each time, beginning with "When I was very little....."
As a boy he tended sheep with his father, uncle, and older brothers. One cold, starry night they were visited by the angel Gabriel who told them of an amazing birth, and invited them to come and see the baby for themselves. Well, of course, someone had to stay with the sheep while the other shepherds went over the hill to Bethlehem. Since Grandpa was the youngest he was left behind.
Oh, how he cried and wailed as he watched the others disappear into the night. He shouted, "It's not fair!" And then Gabriel made a return visit, offering to carry the boy to Bethlehem.
Young readers will be delighted with the outcome of this story, and adults may wish they could believe it. Whatever the case, "On Angel Wings" is sure to become a family Christmas favorite.
- Gail Cooke
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
A lovely story, suitable for over 7yrs depending on childs reading comprehension. I bought it as a Christmas story for the family as I love having a collection to read over the festive time. As my children are growing up it is nice to have some shortish stories that are suited to the older ones too.
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On Angel Wings
A lovely Christmas book told from the Shepherd's point of view. I am looking forward to reading it to my class at Christmas.
Published 4 months ago by Christine
Christmas revisited
My wife enjoyed reading this book to our grandchildren as they approacheed Christmas. I reckon it will become standard reading for many Christmases to come.
Published 4 months ago by preston5060
On Angel Wings
Another classic from Michael Morpurgo. His stories are a joy to read and the illustrations are excellent. As a stocking filler for Christmas morning this is a must.
Published 6 months ago by Able Reader
A Beautiful Christmas Story
I love this little book so much! I read it every advent to my kids and they adore it. I cannot read it without crying! It brings Christmas alive in a very intimate way. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Juniper Bush
Brilliant Christmas book to read to younger children
Bought this and 'The best Christmas present in the World' for my 9 year old to read before/over Christmas, to give a bit of focus on the 'real meaning' rather than just tinsel,... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Mr T D Godfrey
Kathy
I have purchased this for my eldest grandaughter. She lives in the USA and I will be sending it to her as a book to be read during Advent. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Kathy Edwards
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