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Grandpa’s Great Escape

By David Walliams
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Grandpa’s Great Escape by David Walliams is a heartwarming children’s story about a young boy named Jack and his grandfather, who is a World War II RAF pilot with dementia. The pair find themselves on an imaginative and daring adventure when Grandpa is placed in a retirement home run by an evil matron. The story combines humour and emotion, celebrating the bond between grandfather and grandson.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartwarming and humorous adventures between a young boy and his grandfather. Set against the backdrop of a daring escape plan, it combines emotional depth with light-hearted escapades. Fans of stories about family bonds and nostalgic trips through history will find it particularly engaging.

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Grandpa’s Great Escape

The eighth novel from NUMBER ONE bestselling author, David Walliams – now available in paperback!

The Sunday Times bestselling illustrated comedy for children ages 9+

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The eighth novel from NUMBER ONE bestselling author, David Walliams – now available in paperback!

Jack’s Grandpa…

  • wears his slippers to the supermarket
  • serves up Spam à la Custard for dinner
  • and often doesn’t remember Jack’s name

But he can still take to the skies in a speeding Spitfire and save the day…

An exquisite portrait of the bond between a small boy and his beloved Grandpa – Grandpa’s Great Escape takes readers on an incredible journey with Spitfires over London and Great Escapes through the city in a high-octane adventure full of comedy and heart.

Illustrated by the award-winning Tony Ross.

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Grandpa’s Great Escape by David Walliams has been praised for its engaging humour and originality. Critics have described Walliams as a contemporary equivalent to Roald Dahl, with his storytelling being both witty and heartwarming. The book is considered a delightful addition to children’s literature, noted for its imagination and comedic charm.

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ISBN: 9780008183424

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 February 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Tony Ross
  • Illustrated by Tony Ross

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 430g

Pages: 464

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Children's Books Children's Fantasy Children’s, Teenage and Educational David Walliams

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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. Born in London, Tony Ross went to art school in Liverpool. His cartoons have appeared in famous publications the world over. His first book, HUGO AND THE WICKED WINTER, was published in 1972. Tony has since written over 100 books and illustrated over 2000! His creations Towser and The Little Princess have been turned into TV series.

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