About “Kensuke's kingdom”

Michael's parents buy a yacht and take him on a round-the-world sailing trip. During a fierce storm, Michael is washed overboard and ends up on the shore of a remote island. There, he meets Kensuke, a former Japanese soldier who survived the war and the bombing of Hiroshima, though his family was lost. As Michael and Kensuke form a strong bond, Kensuke must decide whether to leave his isolated life behind to help Michael return to his parents. The story explores themes of survival, friendship, and sacrifice.

Book details

Published
2023
Latest edition
2023 · ISBN 9780008640729
ISBN
9780008640729
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Kensuke's Kingdom 2023 9780008640729 Buy on Amazon
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Kensuke's Kingdom 2021 9780008503024 Buy on Amazon
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Kensuke's Kingdom 2016 9781405281799 Buy on Amazon
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How many pages is Kensuke's kingdom?

Kensuke's kingdom by Michael Morpurgo has 164 pages.

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