Which author wrote the novel adapted into Spielberg's War Horse?

Michael Morpurgo wrote the novel adapted into Spielberg’s War Horse.

Morpurgo’s 1982 children’s novel tells World War I through Joey, a horse separated from his young owner and carried into the conflict. The story moves among British, German and French characters, showing how war affects civilians, soldiers and animals on opposing sides.

The author drew inspiration from World War I veterans he met in Devon, including men connected with cavalry and horses. Their memories helped him explore the bond between people and animals amid the brutal conditions of the Great War. Morpurgo also researched the enormous losses suffered by military horses.

Spielberg’s 2011 film was adapted from the novel and its successful 2007 stage version. It was written for the screen by Lee Hall and Richard Curtis, starred Jeremy Irvine, and featured music by John Williams. The book is sometimes confused with the film’s stage adaptation, but Morpurgo is the original novelist.