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The Dark

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The Dark by Lemony Snicket is a charming children's book about a young boy named Laszlo who confronts his fear of the dark. The story takes readers on an exploration of the dark places in Laszlo's house, ultimately helping him to overcome his fear through an unexpected encounter. With a perfect blend of suspense and humour, the book encourages children to face and embrace the unknown.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories about overcoming fears and finding courage in unexpected places. The tale is centred around a young boy who faces his fear of the dark with a blend of humour and insight, making it an engaging choice for children ready to tackle their own nighttime worries. With captivating illustrations and a heartwarming message, it's perfect for readers who appreciate a blend of mystery and warmth.

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The Dark

A universal and empowering story about conquering your fears. From two giants of children's literature.

Two bestselling, world-renowned talents of children's literature come together for the first time to bring you a universal and empowering story about conquering fear of the dark.

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Laszlo is afraid of the dark. The dark lives in the same house as Laszlo but mostly it spends its time in the basement. It doesn't visit Laszlo in his room. Until one night it does.

With emotional insight and poetic economy, Lemony Snicket and Jon Klassen bring to light a universal and empowering story about conquering fear. Join a brave boy on his journey to meet the dark, and see why it will never bother him again.

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The Dark by Lemony Snicket, with illustrations by Jon Klassen, is widely praised for its inventive approach to childhood fears. Reviewers highlight the collaborative brilliance of Snicket's storytelling and Klassen's illustrations, describing it as a suspenseful and elegantly written tale. It is noted for both its visual and narrative originality, captivating readers and potentially earning accolades for its creators.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408330036

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 April 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orchard Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jon Klassen

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 208.0mm

Height: 278.0mm

Weight: 207g

Pages: 40

About the Author

Lemony Snicket is the award-winning, bestselling author of many alarming books including those in A Series of Unfortunate Events and All the Wrong Questions. Visit www.LemonySnicket.com; Jon Klassen is the award-winning, bestselling author and illustrator of several picture books, including I Want My Hat Back. Visit www.burstofbeaden.com

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