Shadow book review by author Michael Morpurgo

 Shadow




Author: Michael Morpurgo

Originally Published: 30 September 2010

Genre: Fiction, Adventure, Coming-of-age

Language: English

Main Character: Aman

Page Count: 288

 

Shadow is a novel by Michael Morpurgo about a boy named Aman who flees Afghanistan with his mother and their dog, Shadow. The novel is set against the backdrop of the Afghan War, and it explores themes of friendship, courage, and survival.

 

Shadow was inspired by Morpurgo's own experiences working with refugees from Afghanistan. The novel has been praised for its sensitive portrayal of the refugee experience, and it has been awarded several prizes, including the Michael L. Printz Award for Excellence in Young Adult Literature.

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