Mrs Frisby and the Rats of NIMH

Name: Mrs Frisby and the Rats of NIMH
Brand: Penguin Random House Distribution
SKU: 9780141354927
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By Robert C. O'Brien

Series: A Puffin Book

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Mrs Frisby and the Rats of NIMH by Robert C. O'Brien tells the story of a widowed field mouse, Mrs Frisby, who seeks the help of a group of highly intelligent rats to save her family from an impending threat. These rats, known for their unusual intelligence and abilities, have a dark past linked to a laboratory experiment. Together with Mrs Frisby, they embark on an adventure that reveals courage and friendship.
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This book may appeal to you if you love enchanting animal tales filled with courage and adventure. The story beautifully combines themes of friendship, intelligence, and bravery as unlikely heroes join forces to overcome challenges. Perfect for readers who enjoy heartwarming narratives with a blend of fantasy and real-world issues.

Mrs Frisby and the Rats of NIMH

Time is running out for Mrs Frisby. She must move her family of mice before the farmer destroys their home. But her youngest son, Timothy, is too ill to survive the move. Help comes in the unexpected form of a group of mysterious, super-intelligent rats.

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They are not like other rats. They work at night, in secret . . .

Time is running out for Mrs Frisby. She must move her family of mice before the farmer destroys their home. But her youngest son, Timothy, is too ill to survive the move.

Help comes in the unexpected form of a group of mysterious, super-intelligent rats. But the rats are in danger too, and little by little Mrs Frisby discovers their extraordinary past . . .

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Mrs Frisby and the Rats of NIMH is praised for its engaging heroine and the intriguing character of Mrs. Frisby, making it an engrossing and thought-provoking fantasy for children. The narrative captivates readers with its depth and creativity, as highlighted by the School Library Journal.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141354927

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 July 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 210g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

Robert C. O'Brien was, in private life, Robert Leslie Conly, senior assistant editor of National Geographic Magazine where he worked for over twenty years. He wrote three books for children and one for adults and won the Newbery Medal for MRS FRISBY AND THE RATS OF NIMH, filmed as THE SECRETS OF NIMH. Robert C. O'Brien died in 1973.