A rich and glorious celebration of humanity's connection to the natural world from two of today's best-loved, award-winning picture book creators.Travel the globe in this inspiring journey through the animal kingdom, and timely reminder of the importance of the natural world, from Michael Morpurgo, bestselling author of War Horse, and star illustrator Emily Gravett.From a blackbird in a Devon garden to leopards in the African savanna, hibernating bears and chimpanzees high in the forest canopy, A Song of Gladness reminds us all of our connection with nature, and with each other, and the urgent need for us to join together in caring for the planet and every creature in it.Former Children's Laureate and CILIP Carnegie Medal winner Sir Michael Morpurgo's beautiful story is moving and full of hope, while illustrations from Emily Gravett, two-time winner of the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal, are breathtakingly beautiful. This gorgeous book is a classic in the making and the perfect gift for any animal and nature lover.