Michael Morpurgo on War Stories for Children at Imperial War Museum
A new exhibition at the Imperial War Museum in London focuses on the impact of conflict on young people, prompting author Michael Morpurgo to reflect on how his own experiences have shaped his writing. Morpurgo, known for children's novels such as 'War Horse', discusses the importance of addressing war in literature for younger audiences. The exhibition highlights the toll that conflict takes on the young, featuring personal stories and artifacts. Morpurgo's reflections are part of a broader conversation about how children's literature can help process difficult historical events. The exhibition is currently on view at the Imperial War Museum, which is dedicated to documenting and interpreting modern warfare.
Key facts
- A new exhibition at the Imperial War Museum focuses on the impact of conflict on young people.
- Michael Morpurgo, author of 'War Horse', reflects on his own experiences shaping his work.
- The exhibition highlights the toll conflict takes on the young.
- Morpurgo writes children's stories about war.
- The exhibition is at the Imperial War Museum in London.
- Morpurgo's reflections are part of the exhibition's context.
- The Imperial War Museum is dedicated to modern warfare documentation.
- The exhibition features personal stories and artifacts.
Entities
Artists
- Michael Morpurgo
Institutions
- Imperial War Museum
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom