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The Indian in the Cupboard
Series: Collins Modern Classics
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The Indian in the Cupboard is the first of five gripping books about Omri and his plastic North American Indian – Little Bull – who comes alive when Omri puts him in a cupboard.
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Essential Modern Classics are relaunched in gorgeous new covers, bringing these timeless stories to a new generation.
For Omri, it is a dream come true when the plastic American Indian he locks into the old cupboard comes to life. Little Bull is everything an Indian brave should be – proud, fearless, and defiant.
But being in charge of a real, live, human being is a heavy responsibility, as Omri soon discovers. And when his best friend, Patrick, is let in on the secret, he soon realises that life-changing decisions lie ahead.
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The Indian in the Cupboard by Lynne Reid Banks is often praised for its imaginative storytelling and ability to capture young readers' interest. Readers appreciate the unique premise of toys coming to life and the character development throughout the story. However, some critics have raised concerns regarding cultural sensitivity, noting that the portrayal of Native American characters can be seen as dated. The book is generally well-received for its creativity and engaging plot.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780007309955
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 02 April 2009
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: HarperCollins
Audience: Primary and secondary education, Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 15.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 170g
Pages: 240
About the Author
Lynne Reid Banks is a best-selling author for children and adults. Her classic children’s novel ‘The Indian in the Cupboard’ has sold nearly six million copies worldwide. She was born in London in 1929 and worked as an actress, writer and TV news reporter. Lynne has written thirty books: her first, ‘The L-Shaped Room’, was published in 1960. She now lives in Dorset, where she continues to write. Lynne says that writing for children comes much more easily than writing for adults.
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