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A special edition to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of Bob Graham's heroic and heartfelt tale of growing up super.
As the son of legendary superheroes Captain Lightning and Madam Thunderbolt, Max is destined to join their ranks—once he learns to fly, that is. But despite his parents’ valiant coaching and encouragement from his grandparents and friends, Max can’t seem to get off the ground. Will he ever learn to leap over tall buildings in a single bound?
With quintessential quirkiness, award-winning author Bob Graham has created a mighty tale about the ups and downs of mastering your potential—all in your own good time.
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Max by Bob Graham is celebrated for its charming illustrations and thoughtful storytelling. Readers appreciate the book's unique take on superhero themes with a focus on everyday kindness and courage. The character development of Max resonates well, offering a heart-warming narrative that is accessible and engaging for children.
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ISBN: 9781406387742
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 02 July 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Walker Books Ltd
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Bob Graham
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 6.0mm
Width: 246.0mm
Height: 298.0mm
Weight: 220g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Bob Graham is a Kate Greenaway-winning bookmaker who has written and illustrated many acclaimed children's picture books including The Poesy Ring, Home in the Rain, How to Heal a Broken Wing, How the Sun Got to Coco's House, Jethro Byrde: Fairy Child and April Underhill, Tooth Fairy. His 2011 title, A Bus Called Heaven, is endorsed by Amnesty International UK and was the winner of the 2012 Children's Book Council of Australia Picture Book of the Year Award – a prize Bob has won an unprecedented seven times. He has been awarded the prestigious Prime Minister's Literary Award in Australia twice, in 2014 for Silver Buttons and in 2017 for Home in the Rain.
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