Alone On A Wide Wide Sea Book

Arthur arrives in Australia as a child separated from the home and family he remembers. Years later, his daughter Allie undertakes a voyage that connects her own future with his past. Michael Morpurgo tells the story across two generations, giving the sea both beauty and danger while exploring displacement, memory and belonging. A thoughtful adventure for readers drawn to family stories with an emotional and historical depth.

Age suitability and learning: Older children (9-12), Teens & adults (13+). The longer narrative suits children ready to sustain attention across a developing story, whether reading independently or sharing it aloud. Following characters and events supports comprehension, vocabulary and reading stamina; discussing motives, settings and choices encourages inference, empathy and imaginative thinking.

Available at QT Toys in Battersea.