The Crowstarver
(Author) Dick King-SmithFrom the moment he's left as a foundling in a lambing-pen on Outoverdown Farm, Spider Sparrow is surrounded by animals. Adopted by the kindly shepherd and his wife, Spider has comes to know all the animals on the farm, including the crows he must scare away from the newly sown wheat. Amazingly, every animal who meets him implicitly trusts the young boy, and he loves them all. This magical rapport is Spider's unique gift, but nothing else in his life comes so easily.
Dick King-Smith
Dick King-Smith was a British author known for his beloved children's book "The Sheep-Pig," which inspired the Academy Award-winning film "Babe." His literary style was characterized by humor, warmth, and a deep understanding of animals. King-Smith's works continue to captivate young readers worldwide, celebrating the bond between humans and animals.
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