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Annie Lumsden, the Girl from the Sea

By David Almond
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Annie Lumsden, the Girl from the Sea by David Almond tells the enchanting tale of Annie, a unique girl with a deep connection to the sea. Living with her mother in a seaside village, Annie often struggles with school but finds solace and adventure in the water. The story gently weaves themes of self-discovery and the magic of embracing one's unique abilities.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy enchanting stories that blend reality with the supernatural, showcasing a young girl's unique connection to the sea. The story is brought to life with lyrical prose and rich illustrations, perfect for readers who appreciate imaginative and emotive children's tales.

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Annie Lumsden, the Girl from the Sea

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A magical story about finding your identity from one of the most acclaimed storytellers of his generation, richly illustrated in full colour by an internationally renowned artist.

My mother says that all things can be turned to tales. I thought she meant tales like fish tails, but I was wrong. She meant tales like this, tales that are stories. But this tale of mine is very like a fish tail too...

Annie has never been like the other girls. Her mam tried sending her to school when she was small, but Annie couldn’t seem to make words or numbers stick. She prefers instead to be swimming in the sea, or sunbathing on the shore at Stupor Beach, her head full of tales. She should have been a fish, her mam always tells her, and Annie knows the truth of it.

Then a stranger who comes to town is struck by the beauty and the wonder of her, and Annie Lumsden realises that perhaps she really is half a creature from the sea.

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Annie Lumsden, the Girl from the Sea receives praise for its tender storytelling and enchanting descriptions that create an immersive, magical world. David Almond's writing is noted for its mesmerising prose, while Beatrice Alemagna's illustrations perfectly complement the text, evoking both the mysterious and everyday aspects of the sea. The book is celebrated for its portrayal of unconventional characters and themes of freedom and self-acceptance.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406394559

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Beatrice Alemagna
  • Illustrated by Beatrice Alemagna

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 64

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational David Almond Young Adult

About the Author

David Almond OBE is the acclaimed author of many award-winning novels for children such as Skellig, Kit's Wilderness and My Name Is Mina, and has collaborated with artists Polly Dunbar, Dave McKean, Alex T. Smith, Marta Altés and Oliver Jeffers on fiction for younger readers. David's books sell all over the world, and in 2011 he was the recipient of the prestigious Hans Christian Andersen Award. David divides his time between Bath and Newcastle; for more info visit www.davidalmond.com

Beatrice Alemagna is a bestselling author and illustrator of more than 30 books for children, including The Wonderful Fluffy Little Squishy, On a Magical Do-Nothing Day and Harold Snipperpot's Best Disaster Ever. She has been translated into many languages and won numerous awards, including the New York Times Best Illustrated Children’s Book and the Hans Christian Andersen Award. Born in Bologna, Italy, she now lives in Paris, France.

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