Billy the Kid (novel) facts for kids
Billy the Kid is a children's novel written by the well-known English author Michael Morpurgo. It was first published in the year 2000. This book tells the story of an old man looking back at his amazing life, especially his passion for football.
Contents
The Story of Billy
Billy's Early Life and Football Dreams
The story begins with Billy, who is 80 years old and lives as a Chelsea Pensioner. He remembers his life from when he was a young boy. Billy absolutely loved football. He was so good that he was chosen to play for Chelsea Football Club. His incredible talent at such a young age earned him the nickname "Billy the Kid."
A World at War
Billy's life changed dramatically when the Second World War began. He decided to join the army to help his country. During the war, Billy was injured. When he finally returned home, he faced a terrible shock. His home had been destroyed by bombs, and his entire family had been killed.
Starting Over
After losing everything, Billy became a person without a fixed home. However, he was later helped by a kind family. They became his friends and supported him. Billy then encouraged their son, Sam, to play football. Sam grew up to be a talented player, just like Billy, and also played for Chelsea.
About the Book
The book Billy the Kid was reissued in 2009 by HarperCollins Children's Books. The book's special identification number is ISBN: 978-0-00-710547-2.
