Michael Morpurgo remembers poet from the Somme
Hugh Stewart Smith lost his life at the Battle of the Somme, 100 years ago today (18/08/16). Here, Morpurgo reflects … Continued
Battle of the Somme
Michael Morpurgo at ReadingZone Live!
Today, Michael Morpurgo is taking part in Reading Zone Live to talk about Private Peaceful and the commemoration of the Battle
Michael Morpurgo: a piece of prose, reflecting on Battle of the Somme
Acclaimed author and playwright Michael Morpurgo, who wrote Private Peaceful, the story of a young soldier’s life on the frontline
A message from Michael Morpurgo, on the centenary of the Battle of the Somme
At 7:30am on the 1st July 2016, thousands of British, Commonwealth and French forces went ‘over the top’, signalling the
‘To get some understanding of what it was like to be a soldier in the first world war, younger readers need Michael Morpurgo like no other.’
In the lead up to the centenary of the Battle of the Somme on 1st July, Julia Eccleshare of The
Light a Candle for Peace: Michael Morpurgo, in conversation with Gaby Roslin
Michael took part in a beautiful, candle-lit event in St James’ Church in Piccadilly London. Hosted by radio and TV
Borders Book Festival
Michael Morpurgo recently attended the Borders Book Festival, discussing his haunting novel, Private Peaceful, as the special commemorative edition is
Reflect on the life of Private Peaceful in the classroom
Join Michael Morpurgo on the 24th of June to teach your class about life in WW1 before the centenary of
Michael Morpurgo at Charleston Festival
Michael Morpurgo recently attended the Charleston Festival, discussing his modern WW1 classic, Private Peaceful. The event was a fitting conclusion
Michael Morpurgo in conversation with Gaby Roslin
Former Children’s Laureate Michael Morpurgo is a master storyteller who has created many award-winning children’s books including War Horse, Kensukes’