Girl from the Sea

Name: Girl from the Sea
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781760524302
Price: 27.99 NZD
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By Margaret Wild

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Summary

Girl from the Sea by Margaret Wild is a captivating children’s book about a boy named Jack who encounters a mysterious girl washed ashore after a storm. As Jack befriends her, the story delicately explores themes of family, friendship, and the mystical connection between humans and the sea. It combines gentle storytelling with enchanting illustrations to create a poignant narrative that appeals to both young and old readers.
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Format: Hardback

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This charming tale is perfect for readers who enjoy enchanting stories about friendship, mystery, and discovery set against a captivating seaside backdrop. With its beautiful illustrations and heartfelt narrative, it offers a gentle exploration of themes such as belonging and transformation, making it a delightful read for children and adults alike.

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Description

Who lives in that cottage by the sea?

I wish. I wish. I wish it was me.

A lyrical masterpiece by Margaret Wild and Jane Tanner.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Girl from the Sea by Margaret Wild receives praise for its evocative and atmospheric imagery, resonating deeply with readers. The book is noted for inspiring discussion, creative inference, dramatic exploration, and imaginative writing, including poetry, making it a stunning addition to any children's book collection.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760524302

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 May 2020

Country: Australia

Imprint: A&U Children

Contributors:

Illustrated by Jane Tanner

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 220.0mm

Height: 290.0mm

Weight: 420g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Margaret Wild

About the Author

Margaret Wild's thoughtful, award-winning children's books have been published with great success in many countries. They include Old Pig (shortlisted, CBCA Picture Book of the Year), Fox (winner, CBCA Picture Book of the Year), The Dream of the Thylacine (honour book, CBCA Picture Book of the Year), and On the Day You Were Born, all illustrated by Ron Brooks, plus many more, including Chalk Boy illustrated by Mandy Ord (shortlisted, 2019 CBCA Picture Book of the Year). Margaret has been the recipient of the Nan Chauncy Award and the Lady Cutler Award for her contributions to Australian Literature.

Jane Tanner began illustrating picture books in 1984 with Margaret Wild's There's a Sea in my Bedroom (shortlisted, Kate Greenaway Medal; shortlisted, CBCA Picture Book of the Year) which is still in print 35 years later. Her many awards and shortlisted books include Drac and the Gremlin by Allan Baillie (joint winner, CBCA Picture Book of the Year; shortlisted, Victorian Premier's Literary Awards) and The Wolf by Margaret Barbalet (winner, Australian Human Rights Award for Children's Literature; shortlisted, CBCA Junior Book of the Year). In 2017 Jane illustrated Storm Whale by Sarah Brennan (nominated, Kate Greenaway Medal; shortlisted, Prime Minister's Literary Award; shortlisted, Queensland Literary Awards).

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