Read by Derek Jacobi and Michael MorpurgoSet on a farm in rural Devon, this is a collection of Grandpa's reminiscences and stories as told to his grandson. Grandpa's nature and his touching relationship with the boy is evoked superbly by Michael Morpurgo's writing.This two-voice read brings the characters to life as the story of Grandpa's `shame' (the fact that he cannot read and write) unfolds.Derek Jacobi is sensitive and compelling in the role of Grandpa, inspiring a true sense of achievement and triumph as he finally tells his own story in his own words.In this award-winning children's fiction, Morpurgo, the Sunday Times bestselling author, beautifully captures the multigenerational bond between a boy and his grandfather. The story, set on a rural ranch, is a testament to the power of family and the importance of overcoming personal obstacles.For fans of R. J. Palacio (White Bird), Rosemary Wells (Charlotte's Web), Anait Semirdzhyan (The Great Banned-Books Bake Sale), Katherine A. Applegate (The One and Only Bob), and Charles Santore (The Velveteen Rabbit).