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Young Precious: The Collected Adventures

By Alexander McCall Smith
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Young Precious: The Collected Adventures by Alexander McCall Smith is a delightful collection of stories featuring Precious Ramotswe as a child in Botswana. Young Precious uses her keen observational skills and problem-solving finesse to solve mysteries, showcasing her early knack for detective work. These tales convey warmth, wisdom, and a sense of adventure, making them ideal for young readers.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fond of captivating tales featuring young detectives. With delightful adventures set in Botswana, it's perfect for children who love mystery and want to explore the early life of a beloved character.

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Young Precious: The Collected Adventures

This is a special collection which includes all four of the Alexander McCall Smith's Young Precious adventures so far:Precious and the MonkeysPrecious and the Missing LionPrecious and the Mystery of Meerkat HillPrecious and the Zebra Necklace

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Once upon a time in Botswana there was a little girl called Precious, who grew up to become a famous detective. But even as a young girl she had an extraordinary ability to solve mysteries. This volume contains all her first adventures, from the mystery of some missing snacks to the clues that lead to a family reunion.

This is a special collection which includes all four of the Young Precious adventures so far

Precious and the Monkeys

Precious and the Missing Lion

Precious and the Mystery of Meerkat Hill

Precious and the Zebra Necklace

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781780277417

Publisher: Birlinn General

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 15 July 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Birlinn Ltd

Illustration: Illustrations, color

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Iain McIntosh

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 205.0mm

Weight: 494g

Pages: 384

Collections

Alexander McCall Smith Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Young Adult

About the Author

Alexander McCall Smith is the author of more than 80 books. He is one of the world's most prolific and popular authors, whose books have been translated into more than 50 languages.

Iain McIntosh has illustrated many of Alexander Alexander McCall Smith's books, including the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency and 44 Scotland Street series.

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