Elephant for the Emperor

Saviour Pirotta was born in Malta but emigrated to the UK in his early twenties. He established himself in the book world with his award-winning adaptations of world myths and legends. These ancient stories continue to inspire his critically acclaimed historical novels for children. He has also written plays which have been performed around Europe. Saviour now lives in Driffield, a small market town in the East Riding of Yorkshire. When not writing, he loves cooking world food, trying to grow dahlias and looking after his tabby, Gino. His books for Bloomsbury Ed include The Golden Horsemen of Baghdad and Pirates of Poseidon: An Ancient Greek Mystery.

At once richly descriptive and accessible, with short chapters and a drama-driven plot, themes of trust, friendship, faith and respecting animals ripple through the life-changing voyage, which includes encountering pirates and surviving storms at sea.