Dragons at Crumbling Castle: And Other Tales

Pratchett, Terry/ Beech, Mark (Illustrator)

ISBN 10: 0544813138 / ISBN 13: 9780544813137

Edité par Harcourt Childrens Books, 2016

reprint edition. 336 pages. 7.50x5.00x1.00 inches. In Stock. N° de réf. du vendeur 0544813138

Synopsis :

This never-before-published collection of fourteen funny and inventive tales by acclaimed author Sir Terry Pratchett features a memorable cast of inept wizards, sensible heroes, and unusually adventuresome tortoises.

 

Including more than one hundred black-and-white illustrations, the appealingly designed book celebrates Pratchett’s inimitable wordplay and irreverent approach to the conventions of storytelling. These accessible and mischievous tales are an ideal introduction for young readers to this beloved author. Established fans of Pratchett’s work will savor the playful presentation of the themes and ideas that inform his best-selling novels.

À propos des auteurs:

Terry Pratchett (1948–2015) is the acclaimed creator of the globally revered Discworld series. In all, he authored more than fifty bestselling books, which have sold more than one hundred million copies worldwide. His novels have been widely adapted for stage and screen, and he was the winner of multiple prizes, including the Carnegie Medal. He was awarded a knighthood by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to literature in 2009, although he always wryly maintained that his greatest service to literature was to avoid writing any.

Mark Beech has illustrated numerous books for children, from picture books through young novels. He lives in England. Visit him at markbeechillustration.format.com.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Dragons at Crumbling Castle: And Other Tales
Éditeur : Harcourt Childrens Books
Date d'édition : 2016
Reliure : Paperback
Illustrateur : Beech, Mark
Etat : Brand New