Age: 9+
Published: October 2011
ISBN: 9780007339617
Format: Paperback
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…
Michael Morpurgo tells the true story behind his new book Shadow, inspired by a real life army sniffer dog.
Michael tells you about his book Shadow, set in Afghanistan.
Michael reads an extract from Shadow.
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sasha says:
Shadow is an amazing book about a boy called Aman and his mother who travel to England to live whith their uncle. The book is all about the dangers they face as they travel to England with a battered old army dog, that Aman names Shadow.
Elza Rose says:
Hello,
I have read loads of your books and have enjoyed all of them,
you are my favriout author!!!
when are you writing your next book!
E-man says:
this book is amazing highly recommended
ruby says:
i love this book soooo much but im in the middle of it on page 143 i love the dog shadow shes sooooooooooooooo cute i dont feel like there was any thing bad about it and im going to read war horse i bet i will enjoy that to! the book is about Aman who calls the dog shadow because his mum said because the dog always follows them and shadows do so they called her shadow shes a beatiful army dog i LOVE it! your my fave author, from RUBY!
Roya says:
Oh my this is a phenomenal book I totally love it and I have literally read all of your book but this one is definetily one of the bestttt! Everyone should really read the book shadow as it has an amazing story! A little sad though too…
Beth Kerrigan says:
I Love Michaels Books, He Is My Favourite Author. Shadow Is An Amazing Book, The Main Reason I Wanted To Read It Is Because I Have A Springer Spaniel Myself. Brilliant Book!
Charlotte says:
A 10/10 book by a 10/10 author. Absolutely amazing, hard to put the book down. A very good read.
Chloe Grace says:
My teacher had about three of these books in her class and I saw this one and thought I may enjoy it then about 2 weeks later than out half of the class is addicted to them like I am! My teacher is readin one to the class there is war horse in tape and about ten books some people are even reading them on elecronics! I absolutely love the book and next I really really want to read private peaceful! As a young student I reccomend this book for children starting at the age of 9 there are some sad bits but I love this book! If my teacher is reading this now I want to let you know something you are the best teacher ever and no matter what happens you will always be my favourite teacher you care and respect us and you are just sooo kind I love you to bits (as a teacher ) and you are just the best!!!!! So thank you for this book and thank you micheal for making these wonderful books!
TiffanyOmao123 says:
i have read this book so many times and it is really sad but inspiring and i love it i hope you can make other books like this and you inspire me to ![]()
Gabrielle cate says:
My friend loves this book to bits. I am reading Out of the Ashes it’s great, I love it
kee kaa says:
I love Michael Morpurgo ,I’m a fan of him.I nearly have finished reading the whole set of Michael Morpurgo book’s. Did you know that my favorite book of his Is ‘Kasper the prince of cats’.
Rozza says:
Such an amazing book. I couldn’t put it down. As a result, I read it in just over a day. Honestly, I could read it again 100 more times.
courts says:
Hi to all,
Shadow inspired me by all the hard work he did to provide them with food etc.
Shadow is a lifesaver to all old or young.
I have read a few Michael Morpurgo books and would like to continue reading the books.I am like a animal freak, I love animals to bits.If you have new books or any other animal books that you would recommend for a ten year old that would be great.
Haris says:
I loved Shadow!! I spent 2 hours continously engrossed in the book. I’m only 10 but I LOVE Michael Mopurgo. A truly remarkable read! It’s a great book!
Liv aged 10 says:
A thrilling, moving novel with an intense build-up.
Planning to escape from a war-torn Afghanistan, who better to turn up at the mouth of Aman’s cave than Shadow, a trusty friend and a reliable companion. But when Shadow goes sprinting off down into a British camp, Aman discovers the other half to her story.
Michael Morpurgo is an exciting and prolific Author who has engaged me from the very start.
Oisin says:
I took this book out of the local library last week and I do not want to give it back! Once again Mr Morpurgo writes a great book! I have read many of your books but so far Shadow is the best! Keep writing magic!
Tom Cosgrave says:
It is a book which is written astonishingly well and is easily my favourite book. Not only is it my favourite book, but Michael Morpurgo is also my favourite author. As soon as I started this book I couldn’t stop! It is the perfect book for any day of the year.
This will always change my thoughts about war and how different it could be. I hope it turns into a film because if it were to then I would be the first to grab a ticket!
Thank you for making such an amazing book, Michael!
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