Description

Shadow by Michael Morpurgo

Buy Shadow book in Sri Lanka by Michael Morpurgo and discover a powerful children’s novel about war, refugees, courage, friendship, and the extraordinary bond between a boy and a dog. Set against the conflict in Afghanistan, this moving story follows Aman and his mother as they make a dangerous journey in search of safety.

Book Details

• Author: Michael Morpurgo
• Publisher: HarperCollins
• ISBN: 9780007339617
• Format: Paperback
• Series: Standalone
• Language: English
• Genre: Children’s Fiction / War / Refugees / Animals / Friendship
• Recommended Age: 9+

Aman and his mother are living in a cave in war-torn Afghanistan when a thin and exhausted Springer Spaniel appears at their home. Aman nurses the dog back to health and names her Shadow because she refuses to leave his side.

As the dangers around them increase, Aman and his mother make the difficult decision to flee Afghanistan and travel toward the safety of relatives in Manchester. Shadow remains beside them throughout their dangerous journey, becoming a source of comfort, courage, and hope. Shadow is a deeply moving story that explores war and displacement through a child’s perspective while celebrating loyalty, friendship, resilience, and the bond between humans and animals.

Who Should Read Shadow?

Shadow is ideal for young readers who enjoy emotional stories about animals, courage, survival, and real-world issues.

This book is ideal for:

• Readers aged 9 and above
• Fans of Michael Morpurgo
• Children who enjoy stories about dogs and animals
• Readers interested in war and refugee stories
• Young readers who enjoy emotional and thought-provoking fiction
• Fans of survival and journey stories
• Gift buyers looking for meaningful children’s fiction

Why Buy Shadow from Books4Life.lk?

When you buy Shadow in Sri Lanka from Books4Life.lk, you can add a powerful Michael Morpurgo novel about courage, loyalty, friendship, and hope to a young reader’s collection.

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