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The Iron Man

50th Anniversary Edition
By Ted Hughes
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The Iron Man by Ted Hughes is a captivating story about a mysterious, towering figure made of metal who appears in the English countryside, causing both fear and wonder. As the Iron Man embarks on a journey, he interacts with a young boy named Hogarth, and together they face challenges, ultimately confronting a cosmic menace threatening the world. This tale beautifully explores themes of friendship, understanding, and peace.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy imaginative tales of mysterious metallic giants and themes of friendship and understanding. It's a perfect choice for young readers who are fascinated by adventure, wonder, and the beauty of unexpected alliances. The story combines suspense and heartwarming elements, making it a captivating read for both children and adults alike.

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The Iron Man

A beautiful new gift edition of The Iron Man, the bestselling classic by Ted Hughes, with the stunning original wood engravings from Andrew Davidson.

A beautiful 50th Anniversary edition of The Iron Man, the bestselling classic by Ted Hughes, with the stunning original wood engravings from Andrew Davidson and an introduction by Michael Morpurgo.

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Mankind must put a stop to the dreadful destruction by the Iron Man and set a trap for him, but he cannot be kept down. Then, when a terrible monster from outer space threatens to lay waste to the planet, it is the Iron Man who finds a way to save the world.

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The Iron Man by Ted Hughes is widely praised for its captivating story and evocative language. Reviewers often highlight the book's themes of friendship, prejudice, and redemption, appreciating Hughes' ability to engage young readers with both its suspenseful plot and underlying moral questions. The illustrations are frequently mentioned as a complement to the text, enhancing the fantastical and engaging nature of the tale.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571348596

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 June 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Tom Gauld
  • Illustrated by Tom Gauld

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 180.0mm

Weight: 144g

Pages: 144

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Ted Hughes Young Adult

About the Author

Ted Hughes (1930-1998) was born in Yorkshire. His first book, The Hawk in the Rain, was published in 1957 by Faber and Faber and was followed by many volumes of poetry and prose for adults and children. He received the Whitbread Book of the Year for two consecutive years for his last published collections of poetry, Tales from Ovid (1997) and Birthday Letters (1998). He was Poet Laureate from 1984, and in 1998 he was appointed to the Order of Merit.

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