Emily's Own Elephant
No. of pages 32
Published: 1989
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In "Emily's Own Elephant" by Philippa Pearce, young Emily discovers a special connection with an elephant named Rosie during a summer visit to her Aunt's farm. Thrust into an imaginative adventure, Emily finds solace and friendship in Rosie, who symbolizes freedom and joy. As the story unfolds, Emily learns valuable lessons about responsibility, love, and the bittersweet nature of growing up. The whimsical yet poignant tale beautifully explores themes of companionship and the unique bond between a child and an animal, showcasing how imagination can create a magical world where the struggles of reality can momentarily fade away. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 32 pages in this book.
This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).
This book was published in 1989 by Walker Books Ltd .
Philippa Pearce was a beloved children's writer. Her titles include Here Comes Tod, Minnow on the Say, The Battle of Bubble and Squeak (Winner of the Whitbread Children's Book Award) and the classic Tom's Midnight Garden, for which she was awarded the Carnegie Medal. Philippa passed away in 2006.