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Shadow [Kindle Edition]

Michael Morpurgo
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (54 customer reviews)

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“As ever, Morpurgo's warmth and humanity suffuse a story of courage, love and hope.” – Amanda Craig in the Times

“passionate and touching” – Julia Eccleshare

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Discover the beautiful stories of Michael Morpurgo, author of Warhorse and the nation’s favourite storyteller

A stunning and moving novel from Michael Morpurgo, the nation’s favourite storyteller – featuring the bravest dog in all the world…

This is the story of Aman, as told in his own words – a boy from Afghanistan fleeing the horror of the Afghan war. When a western dog shows up outside the caves where Aman lives with his mother, Aman is initially repulsed – it is not customary for people to keep dogs as pets in his part of the world. But when Aman and his mother finally decide to make a bid for freedom, the dog Aman has called Shadow will not leave their side. Soon it becomes clear: the destinies of boy and dog are linked, and always will be…


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95 of 95 people found the following review helpful
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This is a wonderful story which captures the complex web of relationships and situations facing a group of very different people who have one thing in common: the courage to fight for freedom. Nowhere is this seen more strongly than in the relationship between a boy and a dog, namely, Shadow.
The book illustrates the fear and terror of living in Afganistan under the hidden yet often open threats of the Taliban for the young boy Aman and his family. But when Aman is befriended by an unusual Springer Spaniel who is in need of nursing for her wounds the life of his family is about to change forever.
Be prepared (perhaps more so if you are an adult) to shed a few tears; I certainly did. Michael Morpurgo is willing to open chidren's eyes to the reality of the world, to the love and caring that people can show for one another and with their animals. Yet he does not hide them from the cruelty, hostility and sheer indifference that others seem capable of inflicting on their fellow travellers through life. The power of the scenes in this book, whether in the caves of Afganistan or the detention centre in the United Kingdom lies with your imagination, which Michael Morpurgo stimulates in every chapter.
There are hidden depths in this narrative which not only provides a wonderfully rich story, but which also should force one to think about two very different societies, which nevertheless are populated by similar kinds of people. The illustrations are great and support a powerful story.
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43 of 43 people found the following review helpful
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I really enjoyed this Michael Morpurgo book; his best to date. This book is mostly suited to teenagers, ie( 13- 15) younger children may find this book sad in parts. The story is told by three characters, Matt, Grandpa and Aman. The story is mainly set in Afghanistan. Aman, his Mother, and his Grandma are living in their Afghan cave when a springer spaniel arrives out of nowhere. Aman and the dog soon become close; he decides to call her Shadow. They soon flee from Afghanistan to England because of the war. After six years of living as Asylum Seekers, they find themselves on the brink of being sent back to Afghanistan; living in a detention centre.
Who will help them? Will it be Grandpa and Matt?
This book also helps us to understand Afghan culture and their attitude towards dogs. It also gives more of a insight to the Brtish Forces working in Afghanistan.
One of the things I enjoyed about this book was the fine level of detail he used throughout. The images are realistic.
Overall the book was a great read, a must buy.
Well done Michael Morpurgo.
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Shadow review 27 Feb 2011
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Format:Hardcover
I bought this book for my 11 year old daughter and she absolutely loved it. She subsequently bought the book to give away to a friend as she had enjoyed it so much,
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First of all I would like to credit the seller for the fast dispatch and delivery, I bought this 2 days ago and it's already arrived! Read more
Published 17 days ago by Cath J
Shadow
Sorry I cannot give you a proper review because it was for my granddaughter who is 8 years old, she has lots of his books, so obviously they are well liked.
Published 1 month ago by avid reader
Amazing
This book was absolutely amazing really enjoyed it, it had a really lovely happy ending. Michael Morpurgo never fails to produce an amazing book.
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. Jill Bates
Brilliant reading
My daughter is mad on this author got lots of his boks after her school teacher told her about him. Good stories and enjoyable for all ages.
Published 1 month ago by lizzylou
excellent !
I thought that this was going to be a little young for me, but although the writing was large and there wasn't a lot of it on each page, the was it was written wasn't really for... Read more
Published 1 month ago by madii
You never loose your shadow...
Wow, what an amazing book, I loved it. My best friend and I read it at the same time and I managed to finish it first but I loved it and it is by far the second best book he has... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Lucy Nicole Mills
shadow by Michael Morpago
This is a wonderful story about a young boy and his mother and their journey from Afghanistan to England. On the way a dog befriends them and follows them on their journey. Read more
Published 2 months ago by kec
Food for thought - a made up story with a ring of truth.
I read this book while staying with my ten year old granddaughter, who recommended it to me. Other members of the family have also read it, and all found it a very moving,... Read more
Published 2 months ago by John Williams
good but sad
It was a could not put down type of book im a dog mad person so the book was right up my street a brill read
Published 2 months ago by bigmike
A fabulous book!
What a wonderful story. You think you know how it is going to end and that it is going to be sad but it is inspirational!
Published 2 months ago by Natalie Bird
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I dream about Ahmed quite a bit, and often its almost the same dream. Hes with Shadow, and with Sergeant Brodie, and theyre playing together outside the walls of a castle. Its night and the sky is a ceiling painted with stars, and hes throwing a ball for her. &quote;
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