Michael travels to Scilly for his Great Aunt Laura's funeral and inherits her diary, which reveals the moving story of her childhood, the great storms and the discovery of Zanzibar.
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Former Children's Laureate Michael Morpurgo needs no introduction. He is one of the most successful children's authors in the country, loved by children, teachers and parents alike. Michael 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. His novels have been adapted for film (My Friend Walter, Why the Whales Came) and stage (including, Kensuke's Kingdom for the Polka Theatre and Why the Whales Came for Alibi). Michael received an OBE in December 2006 for his services to literature.
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63 of 69 people found the following review helpful
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First of all, you need to know that I'm a 48 year old male school-teacher. That might give you some idea of the impression that this book made of me, being moved to tears as I read the first few pages to my class. The story is written in the style of a diary; one that was written by young Laura Perryman on the tiny island of Bryher in 1908. In it, she keeps a record of the hardships faced by the family every day; how they face starvation, how they look out for shipwrecks as a source of unexpected bounty. It also tells the story of the gigs:- fast ocean going rowing boats, and how they raced to be the first to pilot a ship through the deadly waters of the Scilly Islands. A great book that has something to offer boys and girls.
22 of 25 people found the following review helpful
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This is the story of the young Laura Perryman who lived in Isles of Scilly in Brhyer. We have been reading this book as a whole class This book has a exciting story line, fast pace and has great description it is in 1st person so that it explains Laura's life Happy sad thoughts and feelings
11 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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My name is Ewan Paterson and I am from Ladyton Primary School in Scotland. My reading group have been doing a novel study. The book we have been reading is The Wreck of the Zanzibar.It is a heart warming tale an a very good book.It is amazing how Laura fed the turtle while the whole of Bryher was under a food crisis.
10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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I am a year 5 teacher and this is a summary of pupils views in my class about the story 'Wreck of the Zanzibar':
On the whole most of the pupils enjoyed the read of 'Wreck of the Zanzibar'. The introduction hooked most of the class in, with it's sad, emotional yet captivating start. The story is based around a diary given to a boy called Michael who is mourning the death of his Great-Aunt Laura. She leaves the diary to Michael and that is when the book follows the topsy turvey life of Laura as a forteen year old, living on an Island in the Isle of Scilly.
Although most children enjoyed the story, many found the pace of the story slow and uninteresting in places. Without giving to much away, they enjoyed the language used to describe certian events as well as the humour that crept in from time to time. A common comment was also that the book was a little short and that there could have been more detail in places where 'exciting' things were not happening.
The reviews that the children have written as part of this topic suggest that on the whole it is a good short read, but lacks the adventure and exctiement of other Michale Morpurgo books such as 'Born to Run', 'War Horse' or 'Arthur High King of Britain'.
On the whole most of the pupils enjoyed the read of 'Wreck of the Zanzibar'. The introduction hooked most of the class in, with it's sad, emotional yet captivating start. The story is based around a diary given to a boy called Michael who is mourning the death of his Great-Aunt Laura. She leaves the diary to Michael and that is when the book follows the topsy turvey life of Laura as a forteen year old, living on an Island in the Isle of Scilly.
Although most children enjoyed the story, many found the pace of the story slow and uninteresting in places. Without giving to much away, they enjoyed the language used to describe certian events as well as the humour that crept in from time to time. A common comment was also that the book was a little short and that there could have been more detail in places where 'exciting' things were not happening.
The reviews that the children have written as part of this topic suggest that on the whole it is a good short read, but lacks the adventure and exctiement of other Michale Morpurgo books such as 'Born to Run', 'War Horse' or 'Arthur High King of Britain'.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Fay Marsh
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I read this book in about half an hour, it's an easy read with a brilliant story that can be enjoyed by boys and girls
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Tells of hard times and destruction that gales and storms can bring how a community can help oneanother and survive.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Izzy
Format:Paperback
The Wreck of the Zanzibar is one of the best books I have ever read. Why I like it so much is because instead of chapters it is in diary entries written by the girl, Laura. It changes Laura's whole life when her brother, Billy, leaves. Great for all kids over 8 years old. By Izzy, age 9.
13 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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I am a Y5 teacher and this book has been an inspiring class-read. The review which follows has been produced by Joe, aged 9.
The Wreck of the Zanzibar is a brilliant book by Michael Morpurgo. The book can be for boys and girls. It is based on a 14 year old called Laura. She has a twin brother called Billy who goes off one day with a chap called Joseph Hannibal. Before that there was a storm and Billy had lots of rows with his father so he could not cope. Laura has a big surprise. It's not looking good but in the end something brilliant for everyone on Bryher happens.
I like it because of all the ships and storms. If you like things like this you will love the book. It's for all ages. It is one of the best books I have ever read. READ IT!
The Wreck of the Zanzibar is a brilliant book by Michael Morpurgo. The book can be for boys and girls. It is based on a 14 year old called Laura. She has a twin brother called Billy who goes off one day with a chap called Joseph Hannibal. Before that there was a storm and Billy had lots of rows with his father so he could not cope. Laura has a big surprise. It's not looking good but in the end something brilliant for everyone on Bryher happens.
I like it because of all the ships and storms. If you like things like this you will love the book. It's for all ages. It is one of the best books I have ever read. READ IT!
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A nice story giving a glimpse into the past.
This is a story which suits children of around 12/14 yrs. I particularly liked the insight into the past giving a historical perspective of a small community. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Suzanne Reed
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Enjoyable Read
Not Morpurgo's best, but an excellent read none the less. I finished this book rather quickly but enjoyed it. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Gillian
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Ok. not the best book!!!
This book is good but at some places I did decide to put it down but I didn't. I would recommend this book to someone who likes adventure story's.
Published 2 months ago by Jennifer Haigh
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Wreck of Zanzibar
This book is a very heartening story of a girl who's brother leaves their island in ruins and heads for America but while he's gone a lot has happened
Published 4 months ago by Anonymous
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Zanzibar
A bit grim at first but if you keep going it is a really good story and I found myself really caring about the characters.
Published 4 months ago by Nancy Nicolson
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hi, i am jo and when i read this book boy did my mind blow with exitment when the big storm came it is amazing you should read it 28\29 people in my saughters class would... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Jo Drew
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Wreck of the Zanzibar
I got this on my kindle for my 10 year old son.
He has read it 2 or 3 times and he really loves it, so I read it the other day and it is a really good book, especially on the... Read more
He has read it 2 or 3 times and he really loves it, so I read it the other day and it is a really good book, especially on the... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Tigger
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The Master Storyteller dose it again
The wreck of the Zanzibar begins and ends with Michael at his Great Aunt Laura's Funaral. Michael gets left his Great Aunt Laura's diary. Read more
Published 24 months ago by Gemma
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A quick but interesting read
This story is about a young boy called Michael who receives his grandmother's (Laura) diary after she dies. Read more
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