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Kensuke's Kingdom

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Michael's parents buy a yacht, and take him off to sail round the world. Washed overboard in a fierce storm, Michael finds himself on the shore of a remote island - and soon discovers he's not alone. Kensuke, a former Japanese soldier, survived the war and the bombing of Hiroshima, but his family perished. As an extraordinary bond forms between the two, Kensuke faces a heart-breaking choice: can he give up the secluded life he's built for himself to help reunite Michael with his parents? Knowing the pain of losing his own family, Kensuke knows which way he has to decide... Read more


Publisher ‏ : ‎ Egmont Books Ltd; UK ed. edition (February 1, 2000)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Paperback ‏ : ‎ 176 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1405221747


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 40


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.6 ounces


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.12 x 0.43 x 7.8 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #1,176,282 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #7,898 in Children's Mystery, Detective, & Spy


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Customer Reviews: 4.7 out of 5 stars 2,467 ratings


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  • One of the most amazing books Ive ever read/worked with
Taught this book in the 6th grade for 3 years straight as extensive reading. Its amazing to teach countries and cultures, vocabulary, some verb tenses and especially values and theme. Ideally for a kid who’s insterested in sailing, traveling the world and war.
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 20, 2022 by camila

  • Great Book
Shipping was super fast ordered it on Monday shipped Tuesday and had it Wednesday by 4pm, the book came in fantastic condition, and we had it in time for her project due on Friday! So far my daughter says its a good read!
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 7, 2021 by sarah marley

  • Mike has grown in Kensuke’s Kingdom
My friend recommended this novel as a good children’s novel and it was quite a good adventure story. Though the bombing on Nagasaki part made me think a lot as a Korean, the overall story was well put-together.
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 19, 2018 by Nickee Kim

  • A top notch story for young and old.T
This is a beautiful story. It has true humanity on so many different generational levels, everyone should read it. I'm a teacher and my students have always been mesmerized by this story. I've given copies to grown friends and never been disappointed by their warm reactions. Don't miss this story.
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 14, 2019 by Frank Ashley-Chase

  • It’s a great book
Bought it for my 9 year old grandson And he loves it. He even wrote a book report in school about it!!
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 28, 2020 by Susan Swift

  • Speechless
I just finished the book! Right now, I'm still in post book awe! Wow! What a story! Beautiful right down to the last sentence. This may be the most heart touching book ever. I am speechless!!!!! The tale of relationships and simple living. Heartbreak and joy all at the same time. Please do not miss this story! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 24, 2016 by Loyal customer

  • Good Books
I love all the books by Michael Morpurgo. I read a lot of mysteries and courtroom dramas and I pick a book by this author to lift me up. "War Horse" was a favorite of mine. I am going to order "An Elephant In The Garden" soon, I recommend his books to all my grandchildren.
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 15, 2015 by Patricia R. Elerick

  • Heartwarming children's book
I would recommend this book for children or young adults. I liked the Robinson Crusoe like story, and the plot was evenly paced. It was engaging throughout.
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 22, 2018 by Michael Salaverry

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