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The Unlikely Rise of Harry Sponge

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The Unlikely Rise of Harry Sponge by Stephen Mangan is a delightful children's book that follows the adventures of a young boy, Harry Sponge, who unexpectedly finds himself with the opportunity to change the world. Set in a whimsical and humorous universe, Harry navigates a series of misadventures, showcasing resilience, cleverness, and the power of being true to oneself. This enchanting story promises to engage young readers with its mix of laughter, excitement, and heartwarming moments.
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You might like this delightful children's book if you enjoy stories full of humour, adventure, and endearing characters finding themselves in unusual circumstances. Written by Stephen Mangan, this tale offers a heartwarming blend of fun and friendship, perfect for young readers who love to imagine what it would be like to stumble upon unexpected opportunities.

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From the talented brother-sister duo of Stephen and Anita Mangan comes this exciting fully illustrated adventure.

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Cantankerous old King Chisel is a ruler without an heir. He is persuaded to create a competition called the Crown Duels, inviting the best kids from five regions of his country to vie with one another to become king or queen one day.

This gruesome gang of children will compete in a multi-discipline game of knock-out to determine the winner. Chaos ensues, with pushy parents, wild sabotaging, morally questionable tactics, tantrums and the ultimate shock result: it is unassuming hero Harry Sponge who will be the triumphant tortoise to their hot-air hares.

The wildly funny, brilliantly silly adventure from the best-selling author and illustrator of Escape the Rooms and The Fart That Changed the World.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780702315015

Publisher: Scholastic

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Scholastic

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Anita Mangan

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 167.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 352

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