A highly original, gripping and surprising story of a boy who can't speak, a dog, and a daring rescue. Beautifully crafted, this story will draw the most reluctant of readers towards the rewarding, quirky, twist of its ending.
Anders Reihe
Diese Serie erforscht die Komplexität des Erwachsenwerdens und die Suche nach Identität in einer Welt, die oft missversteht. Sie begleitet die Reisen junger Menschen, die trotz ihrer Unterschiede nach Zugehörigkeit und Akzeptanz streben. Die Erzählungen sind reich an Emotionen, Herausforderungen und Selbstfindung.
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Anton escapes from an orphanage and successfully stows away on a boat headed for the land of 'sunshine and steaks'. A heartbreaking and heartwarming tale of loss, guilt, mistaken identity and risk-taking, migration, resilience and courage. Perfect for reluctant readers in upper primary and lower secondary. Beautifully illustrated by Geoff Kelly.
The final part of a series which started with 'A Different Dog', followed by 'A Different Boy', published by Old Barn Books in August 2018. 'A Different Land' continues to explore themes of family and displacement as our narrator seeks to find a home. Told with Paul Jennings empathy and gentle humour - and there is bound to be a twist in the tale!