Kensuke's Kingdom (Hardcover, 1 New Ed)

When Michael's parents are made redundant, they decide to sail round the world. But Michael is washed overboard while both parents are asleep, and finds himself on a deserted island where food and water are mysteriously provided for him. This is Michael's evocative account of his time on the island, not knowing what has happened to his parents or whether he will ever be rescued. Shortlisted for the Whitbread Award. (11 yrs +)When Michael's parents are made redundant, they decide to sail round the world. But Michael is washed overboard while both parents are asleep, and finds himself on a deserted island where food and water are mysteriously provided for him. This is Michael's evocative account of his time on the island, not knowing what has happened to his parents or whether he will ever be rescued. Winner of the Children's Book Award 2000, which is voted on by children only. (11 yrs +) (Kirkus UK)

Michael and his family are sailing around the world in their yacht, the Peggy Sue. Michael falls overboard and is washed up on a remote island. He must learn to survive on his own, until the day he discovers he is not alone.

General

Imprint:	Heinemann
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	New Windmills KS3
Release date:	March 2001
First published:	2001
Authors:	Michael Morpurgo
Dimensions:	192 x 128 x 11mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	97
Edition:	1 New Ed
ISBN-13:	978-0-435-12529-5
Categories:	Books > Children's & Educational > Fiction > Adventure stories > General Books > Children's & Educational > Language & literature > English (including English as a school subject) > English literature texts > Fiction texts Books > Children's Fiction & Fun > Adventure Stories > General Books > Children's Fiction & Fun > General Promotions
LSN:	0-435-12529-X
Barcode:	9780435125295

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