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Fing

By David Walliams
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Fing by David Walliams is a hilarious and quirky children's tale about a young girl named Myrtle Meek, whose insatiable greed leads her to demand a unique and peculiar creature called a "Fing." Set in the Meek family's household and featuring Myrtle's ever-so-patient parents, the story takes readers on a wild adventure filled with Walliams' signature humour and whimsical illustrations. It's a fun exploration of wanting what you can't have and the unexpected surprises that come with it.
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If you love humorous and imaginative adventures filled with quirky characters and a touch of the bizarre, this delightful tale by David Walliams is perfect for you. It blends wit and whimsy, making it a fun read for children who enjoy a good laugh and a wild ride.

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Fing

The jaw-achingly funny children’s book from No. 1 bestselling author David Walliams – a deliciously daft Tall Story of a child who had everything, but still wanted more. Illustrated by artistic genius, Tony Ross.

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The jaw-achingly funny children’s book from No. 1 bestselling author David Walliams – a deliciously daft Tall Story of a child who had everything, but still wanted more. Illustrated by artistic genius, Tony Ross.

Meet the Meeks!

Myrtle Meek has everything she could possibly want. But everything isn’t enough. She wants more, more, MORE! When Myrtle declares she wants a Fing, there’s only one problem… What is a Fing?

Mr and Mrs Meek will do anything to keep their darling daughter happy, even visit the spooky library vaults to delve into the dusty pages of the mysterious Monsterpedia. Their desperate quest leads to the depths of the jungliest jungle where the rarest creatures can be found. But will they ever find a Fing?

An explosively funny, totally surreal Tall Story about two perfectly nice parents and their unbelievably monstrous daughter from the phenomenal bestselling author David Walliams.

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Fing by David Walliams has received significant praise, with many considering Walliams's work as continuing the legacy of classic authors like Roald Dahl. His storytelling has been described as innovative and refreshing, likely to be regarded as classic children's literature in the future. His books often receive commendation for their humour and imaginative plots.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008349134

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: CD-Audio

Date Published: 22 August 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Edition: Unabridged edition

Contributors:

  • Read by Adjoa Andoh
  • Read by Sophie Thompson
  • Read by Nitin Ganatra
  • Read by Stephen Mangan
  • Read by Morgana Robinson

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 142.0mm

Weight: 120g

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About the Author

David Walliams is a literary phenomenon whose books have sold more than fifty-four million copies worldwide and have been translated into fifty-five languages.

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