Secret of the Blue Glass

A classic story about a magical miniature family's adventures in wartime Japan, where they need a nightly glass of milk from a trusted young member of the Human family. When the Second World War comes to Japan, both Humans and their beloved Little People face a world they could never have imagined. It will take great love, bravery, and a loyal pigeon to bring their unique families back together.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 05 April 2018
Publisher: Pushkin Children's Books

A timeless tale of a fantastical miniature family's escapades during World War II, "The Little People" by Michael Morpurgo takes readers on a captivating journey. Nestled in the quietest corner of a house in a Tokyo suburb, the Little People—Fern, Balbo, Robin, and Iris—live a humble existence, coexisting peacefully with their human counterparts. Their only request from the Humans is a nightly glass of milk, served in a sparkling blue glass goblet, by a trusted young member of the family. However, when the Second World War descends upon Japan, a new wave of patriotism sweeps over the country, casting a shadow over the Little People and their beloved Humans. The world they once knew is transformed, and they must confront a reality they could never have imagined. In the face of this adversity, love, bravery, and the unwavering loyalty of a pigeon become the driving forces that unite their unique families once more. Through their trials and tribulations, the Little People learn the true meaning of resilience and the power of unity in the face of adversity. "The Little People" is a captivating story that reminds us of the importance of compassion, understanding, and the bonds that unite us, even in the most challenging of times. It is a testament to the enduring spirit of humanity and the power of love to overcome even the greatest of obstacles.

Weight: 194g
Dimension: 198 x 130 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781782691846