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The Pirates of Scurvy Sands

By Jonny Duddle
Series: Jonny Duddle
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In The Pirates of Scurvy Sands by Jonny Duddle, young pirate Matilda takes a holiday with her friend Jim Lad at the peculiar Scurvy Sands, where Jim's family has a pirate getaway. The locals are suspicious of Jim, who seems too clean for their liking. The story follows their seaside adventures as they uncover secrets and face challenges, all while exploring the pirate way of life in a humorous and endearing manner.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you love swashbuckling adventures and whimsical tales, as it whisks young readers away to an exciting pirate world filled with humour and delightful illustrations. This story could appeal to children who enjoy vibrant characters and tales of mischief on the high seas, perfect for a fun and engaging reading experience.

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Jonny Duddle's scurvy sequel to the bestselling The Pirates Next Door.

Jonny Duddle's scurvy sequel to the bestselling The Pirates Next Door.

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This summer, Matilda is going on holiday with her friends, the Jolley-Rogers. Their destination is the island of Scurvy Sands - a favourite holiday destination for pirates.

When Matilda arrives, the swashbuckling residents are not too impressed with her. She has clean teeth, tidy clothes and doesn't smell like she's been at sea for six months without washing - they are certain she cannot be trusted. But when Matilda discovers the secret of the legendary treasure of Scurvy Sands, the pirates decide that maybe some lubbers aren't so bad.

A scurvy sequel to the bestselling The Pirates Next Door.

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  • The Pirates Next Door
    The Pirates Next Door by Jonny Duddle introduces us to the Jolley-Rogers, a pirate family that moves to Dull-on-Sea, a quiet seaside town. As they stop to fix up their ship, this unusual family sets the whole neighbourhood abuzz with rumours. Despite the gossiping grown-ups, Matilda from next door defies expectations and becomes friends with the youngest pirate son. Upon...
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  • The Pirates of Scurvy Sands
    This summer, Matilda is going on holiday with her friends, the Jolley-Rogers. Their destination is the island of Scurvy Sands - a favourite holiday destination for pirates.When Matilda arrives, the swashbuckling residents are not too impressed with her. She has clean teeth, tidy clothes and doesn't smell like she's been at sea for six months without washing - they are...
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  • Gigantosaurus
    All young dinosaurs are warned about the scary Gigantosaurus. So Bonehead volunteers to be the dino-kids' lookout whenever they go into the jungle to play. Unfortunately, he is the original boy-dinosaur who cried wolf, or in this case, GIGANTOSAURUS! Finally, Bonehead's friends refuse to believe his warnings, and the Gigantosaurus really turns up! In a vertical gatefold surprise, it looks...
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The Pirates of Scurvy Sands by Jonny Duddle is praised for its engaging illustrations and humorous storyline. Reviewers often highlight its appeal to young readers, appreciating the adventurous plot and the creative depiction of pirate life. The book is noted for its charming characters and vibrant artwork, making it a delightful read for children.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781783704095

Publisher: Templar Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 August 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Templar Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jonny Duddle

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 247.0mm

Height: 288.0mm

Weight: 296g

Pages: 32

Collections

Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jonny Duddle Series: Jonny Duddle

About the Author

Jonny Duddle (Author, Illustrator)
Jonny Duddle overheard the story of his first book The Pirate Cruncher while sailing on a square-rigger. Since then he has written even stranger tales including The Pirates of Scurvy Sands,The Pirates Next Door, Gigantosaurus and The King of Space. The Pirates Next Door won the Waterstones Prize in 2012 and was shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize.Now in danger of becoming a landlubber, Jonny lives in Wales with his wife, Jane, and their daughters, Daisy and Rosie.

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