This short story about the friendship between a boy and a pelican is recognized as a classic of children's literature in Australia. One day, a boy found a nest destroyed by poachers and picked up three chicks. Together with his father, a simple fisherman, he nursed them back to health, but he became especially attached to Mr. Percival - that's what he called his favorite, with whom he was never separated. Until something irreparable happened...
This is a story about how a boy and a pelican remained true to their friendship until the end.
Recommended reader age: 8+
Author: Colin Thiele
Artist: Robert Ingpen
Translation: Vladimir Muravyov
Year of release: 2021
Publisher: Makhaon
Pages: 64
Cover type: Hardcover
ISBN: 978-5-389-18067-3