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Old Gods New Tricks
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An energetic, engaging and hugely entertaining novel celebrating stories and different cultures, by award-winning author/illustrator Thiago de Moraes.
An energetic, engaging and hugely entertaining novel celebrating stories and different cultures, by award-winning author/illustrator Thiago de Moraes.
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Trixie dos Santos is obsessed with trickster gods, so when the world is plunged into darkness, she knows who can bring back the light.
Loki, Maui, and the Monkey King join her on the hugest adventure, but can Trixie keep these maverick saviours in line? Shining a light on epic myths from cultures across the world, Old Gods New Tricks is at once a heart-racing and fascinating read.
Full of heart and humour, it has the potential to spark a lifelong interest in folklore and legends. Thiago's distinctive artwork brings these tricksy gods to life, creating a truly unique and unforgettable package.
'A little piece of mythological magic . . . a triumph.' - Maz Evans, author of Who Let the Gods Out?
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Old Gods New Tricks by Thiago de Moraes is celebrated for its enchanting take on mythology, praised for its clever mix of mythical tales with humour and adventure. Reviews highlight its ability to engage children while exploring diverse world mythologies, presenting a fun and apocalyptic adventure that captivates its readers. The book is also appreciated for promoting an understanding and respect for different cultural perspectives.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781788452953
Publisher: David Fickling Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 06 July 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: David Fickling Books
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 21.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 288
About the Author
Thiago de Moraes spends most of his time in a tiny shed at the bottom of his garden, writing and illustrating books, comics and bits of old cardboard boxes. He enjoys telling all sorts of stories, from picture books to non-fiction. His highly illustrated Myth Atlas, a guide to myths and legends, has been translated into 18 languages.
Thiago has won the Sheffield Children's Book Award, been longlisted for the Klaus Flugge Prize and twice nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal. His comic Age of Stone is published in the weekly story comic, The Phoenix.
Thiago is 90% beard, dangerously fond of bacon and lives in England with his wife, children and a pet tortoise called Nibbles.
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