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The Egg

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The Egg is a delightful children's book that follows the heart-warming story of a young boy who discovers an extraordinary egg. As he cares for it, he learns about responsibility and friendship in a magical and engaging way. The book combines whimsical illustrations with a charming narrative, making it a favourite for young readers.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This delightful children's book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartwarming tales filled with adventure and imagination. It's perfect for young readers who love stories that spark curiosity and wonder about the natural world.

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The Egg

George finds more than he'd bargained for under his mother's favourite chicken ....

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George knows something isn't right when he finds more than he bargained for under his mother's favourite chicken, and he soon finds himself looking after a baby dragon. George takes his job as a parent seriously, teaching the hatchling all sorts of 'dragony' ways, but the dragon begins to pine for his own kind, and one day he disappears.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781845077990

Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 December 2008

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Frances Lincoln Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by M. P. Robertson
  • Illustrated by M. P. Robertson
  • Illustrated by M. P. Robertson

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 240.0mm

Height: 276.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

About the Author

M. P. Robertson was born in Parsons Green, London. He studied Graphic Design at Hounslow Borough College, where he discovered a love for illustrated books. After leaving Hounslow he spent a year drawing in museums, cathedrals and on the underground before specialising in illustration at Kingston Polytechnic. Among is books for Frances Lincoln are The Egg, The Great Dragon Rescue and The Dragon Snatcher; Hieronymus Betts and his Unusual Pets, Big Brave Brian, The Sandcastle and Food Chain. He lives in Bradford on Avon with his partner and two sons.

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