{"product_id":"there-once-is-a-queen-michael-morpurgo-hardback-ages-5-plus","title":"There Once is a Queen by Michael Morpurgo - Illustrated Children's Book Ages 5+ - Hardback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: BRAND NEW\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\nISBN: 9780008541613\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: HarperCollins Children's Books\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: 5+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThere Once is a Queen is a poetic, beautifully illustrated picture book from beloved storyteller Sir Michael Morpurgo, created to celebrate the historic reign of Queen Elizabeth II. Illustrated in watercolour by acclaimed artist Michael Foreman, this hardback gift edition traces the Queen's life from young princess to the nation's longest-reigning monarch. Warm, lyrical and richly visual, it's an ideal keepsake for children and collectors alike, and a lovely addition to any family bookshelf celebrating British history and royal heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWritten in Morpurgo's distinctive lyrical style, There Once is a Queen was created in partnership with the Jubilee Pageant Committee to mark Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee. The story begins with a little girl who plants an oak tree with her father, long before she could imagine the extraordinary path her life would take. From there, the narrative follows her transformation into a young princess, then queen, guiding readers gently through seventy years of history, change and steadfast duty. Michael Foreman's evocative watercolour illustrations bring each scene to life, capturing both grand ceremonial moments and quieter, more personal ones, including a nod to the Queen's famous love of corgis. The poetic, rhythmic text is accessible to young children yet carries depth and warmth for adults sharing the story aloud, with themes of steadfastness, duty and quiet courage running throughout. This hardback edition, with its sturdy binding, is built to be treasured and revisited as a bedtime story, classroom resource, or simply a beautiful keepsake of a unique moment in British history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoetic, beautifully illustrated tribute written by bestselling author Michael Morpurgo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStunning watercolour artwork throughout by acclaimed illustrator Michael Foreman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSturdy hardback format, perfect for gifting and keeping as a treasured keepsake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduces young readers to British history and the life of Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for read-aloud sharing between parents\/carers and children from age 5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreated in partnership with the official Jubilee Pageant Committee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSir Michael Morpurgo is one of Britain's best-loved children's authors, with more than 100 books to his name. He has won the Smarties Prize, the Whitbread Award, and the Blue Peter Book Award for Private Peaceful, and is the author of War Horse, later adapted into an award-winning Broadway play and film. He served as Children's Laureate from 2003 to 2005. Illustrator Michael Foreman is an acclaimed, award-winning artist known for his evocative watercolour work across many celebrated children's books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA heartfelt, poetic tribute brought to life through gorgeous illustration, this hardback is a wonderful keepsake gift for young royal fans, history-curious children, and anyone who loves Morpurgo's warm, humane storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Book cover and ISBN may vary slightly depending on print run; this listing reflects the UK edition as shown (ISBN 9780008541613).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Michael Morpurgo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56573074833790,"sku":"SNG14053","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/files\/there-once-is-a-queen-michael-morpurgo-hardback.jpg?v=1784413085","url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/products\/there-once-is-a-queen-michael-morpurgo-hardback-ages-5-plus","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}