Dolphin Boy - Hardcover

"Lovingly illustrated in delicate watercolours, Dolphin Boy is the touching tale of a boy's unconditional love for a new-found friend that will thrill and engage." * The Good Book Guide * "Michael Morpurgo is a master storyteller and this tale of a fishing village struggling to survive . . . is no exception. For all ages, this is a beaufifully illustrated book." * Education Otherwise * "Michael Morpurgo's poignant narative, complimented by Michael Foreman's wonderful illustrations...It doesn't get much better." -- Mandy Caddy * The Times *

Jim lives in a fishing village - but no-one goes fishing anymore as all the fish have gone. One day, Jim spots a dolphin beached on the sand. He runs to get help, and everyone works together to return the dolphin to the water. Afterwards, the dolphin stays in the harbour, playing with the swimmers - and he even carries Jim on his back! Then the dolphin disappears, and everyone is so sorrowful they take out a boat to find him. Suddenly the sea is boiling with dolphins leaping out of the sea! They have come to stay - and the village comes to life with tourists, mended boats, and dolphins!