The Last Wolf
by
Michael Morpurgo
Illustrator: Michael Foreman
When Miya teaches her grandfather how to use a computer, he decides to trace his family tree outline. He makes contact with a relative in America who emails him the extraordinary memoirs about his ancestor, Robbie Mcleod, who spent his childhood in the embattled Scotland of Bonnie Prince Charlie.
Befriending the orphaned wolf pup of 'the last wolf in Scotland,' Robbie realises that to survive they must find a more permanent home overseas. The action ranges from the Scottish Highlands to the American plains, but at its heart lies Robbie's enduring relationship with the wolf.
Powerful illustrations underline this captivating tale of loyalty and bravery.
Publisher: Corgi Childrens
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Michael Morpurgo
Children's Laureate 2003-2005
Award-winning children's writer Michael Morpurgo was born in 1943 in St Albans, Hertfordshire. He is the author of many award-winning books for children, including Kensuke's Kingdom, My Friend Walter and Private Peaceful. Many of his books have been successfully adapted for the stage or for film and television including War Horse and Private Peaceful (due to be released in 2012)
As well as writing, Michael runs the charity Farms for City Children with his wife Claire. In 2003 he became the third Children's Laureate (2003-2005), taking on a role he helped to establish together with the late Poet Laureate Ted Hughes. During his time as laureate he toured extensively, concentrating on sharing the power of stories.
(Credit Richard Cannon)
Reading Age: 7+
Interest level: 7-11
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