The Mouse and His Child

Name: The Mouse and His Child
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9780571307555
Price: 22.99 NZD
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By Russell Hoban

Series: Faber Children's Classics

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Summary

The Mouse and His Child by Russell Hoban is a rich, imaginative story about a mechanical mouse and his child, who embark on a journey of self-discovery after being discarded. Filled with existential themes and whimsical characters, the book explores the concepts of freedom, identity, and the bond between parent and child, all set in a vivid, fantastical world.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you appreciate beautifully written, imaginative tales with deep, philosophical themes. It weaves a story about the journey and growth of a wind-up mouse and his child, exploring themes of identity, hope, and perseverance in a richly imaginative world. Perfect for readers who love enchanting narratives with profound insights.

The Mouse and His Child

Funny, thought-provoking and moving, this much loved story is a true classic.

Funny, thought-provoking and moving, this much loved story is a true classic.

Description

'What are we, Papa?' the toy mouse child asked his father. 'I don't know,' the father answered. 'We must wait and see.'So begins the story of a tin father and son who dance under a Christmas tree until they break the ancient clockwork rules and are themselves broken. Thrown away, then rescued from a dustbin and repaired by a tramp, they set out on a dangerous quest for a family and a place of their own - the magnificent doll's house, the plush elephant and the tin seal they had once know in the toy shop.

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The Mouse and His Child by Russell Hoban is often praised for its depth, enchanting storytelling, and philosophical themes that appeal to both children and adults. Reviewers frequently highlight the book's endearing characters and the journey of self-discovery, which is both poignant and thought-provoking. With beautiful prose and imaginative storytelling, it has garnered a reputation as an enduring classic that captures the charm and complexity of life.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571307555

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 November 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 137.0mm

Height: 180.0mm

Weight: 236g

Pages: 272

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Russell Hoban Series: Faber Children's Classics Young Adult

About the Author

Russell Hoban was born in Pennsylvania in 1925. He went to art school before serving in World War II and was a freelance illustrator eight years before taking up full-time writing. His many works of fiction and poetry for both adults and children have won him many awards. The Mouse and his Child has been hailed as one of the great children's classics of the twentieth century.

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