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New Windmills: My Friend Walter

by Michael Morpurgo   |  Ages 9-12
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New Windmills: My Friend Walter
New Windmills: My Friend Walter

Ghostly adventure blends humor with historical mystery.

If you're intrigued by a mix of laughter and spectral encounters, "My Friend Walter" is a delightful pick. Morpurgo's knack for blending history with fiction will have you both charmed and captivated by Bess's unexpected friendship. This isn't just a story about a ghost; it's about the warmth of connections that transcend time.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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New Windmills: My Friend Walter

by Michael Morpurgo   |  Ages 9-12
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ISBN: 9780435123628
Author: Michael Morpurgo
Publisher: Heinemann ed
Date of Publication: 1990-01-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Chapter Books, Educational, Young Readers
Related Topics: Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Humor, Mystery, Adventure
Goodreads rating: 3.82
(rated by 1432 readers)

Description

Part of a series of high-quality fiction for schools, this humorous adventure follows Bess as she experiences a series of unusual events during a visit to London. Who is the stranger in the black cloak who is eager to talk to her, and how can she hide her friendly ghost from her family back in Devon?
 

Ghostly adventure blends humor with historical mystery.

If you're intrigued by a mix of laughter and spectral encounters, "My Friend Walter" is a delightful pick. Morpurgo's knack for blending history with fiction will have you both charmed and captivated by Bess's unexpected friendship. This isn't just a story about a ghost; it's about the warmth of connections that transcend time.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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