The Duck in the Gun

Name: The Duck in the Gun
Brand: Arotahi Agency
SKU: 9781921150838
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By Joy Cowley

Series: Walker Classic

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Summary

In The Duck in the Gun by Joy Cowley, a general is ready to go to war until he discovers a duck has taken up residence in the gun intended for firing the first shot. This unexpected turn leads to a series of humorous and heartwarming events as the general and his men have to reconsider their plans, reflecting themes of peace and the unexpected power of small actions.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy quirky stories with a peace-promoting message, perfect for children who love humour and whimsy. It brilliantly uses a simple narrative to teach important lessons about understanding, cooperation, and the absurdity of conflict, making it an engaging read for young minds.

The Duck in the Gun

The General and his men are about to fire on a town they are at war with. But the Gunner has bad news - they can't load the gun as there is a duck nesting inside it. The General calls a ceasefire until the gun can be used again and takes a white flag to the opposing town. But the men soon get used to living a peaceful existence.

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The General and his men are about to fire on a town they are at war with. But the Gunner has bad news - they can't load the gun as there is a duck nesting inside it.

The General calls a ceasefire until the gun can be used again and takes a white flag to the opposing town. But the men soon get used to living a peaceful existence.

So when the duck's eggs eventually hatch and the General calls them to war, they have other ideas in store.

The Duck in the Gun is a delightful tale about peace and the unexpected turns of life, illustrated by Robyn Belton, which brings to life the charming and whimsical storyline.

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The Duck in the Gun is praised for its enchanting illustrations by Robyn Belton and is celebrated as a charming anti-war narrative. The book has been recognised by the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum as one of the top ten children's books globally for promoting peace, and its appeal extends beyond its junior primary target audience.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781921150838

Publisher: Walker Books Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 March 2009

Country: Australia

Imprint: Walker Books Australia

Contributors:

Illustrated by Robyn Belton
Illustrated by Robyn Belton

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 215.0mm

Height: 255.0mm

Weight: 190g

Pages: 40

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Joy Cowley Series: Walker Classic

About the Author

Joy Cowley is one of New Zealand’s best known and most celebrated authors. In 1992, she was awarded an OBE for services to children's literature and in 2002, the Joy Cowley Award was established in her honour.

Robyn Belton is one of New Zealand’s best known and most celebrated children’s book illustrators. She has won many awards, including the Russell Clark Award, the Best Picture Book and Book of the Year in the New Zealand Post Children’s Book Awards, and the Margaret Mahy Medal.