Henry Pond The Poet

Author: Dick King-Smith

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  • : $12.99 AUD
  • : 9781781125908
  • : Barrington Stoke, Limited
  • : Barrington Stoke Ltd
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  • : 270.0
  • : December 2016
  • : 168mm X 126mm
  • : United Kingdom
  • : 13.99
  • : March 2017
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  • : Dick King-Smith
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  • : Paperback
  • : 1704
  • : Victor Ambrus
  • : English
  • : 823.914
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  • : 96
  • : YFB
  • : Approx. 20 colour illustrations
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Barcode 9781781125908
9781781125908

Description

Henry Pond is a toad who is also a poet. His gift is an uncommon one, his poems sweep the prize table at the Eistoadfod and he has many adoring fans. Sadly, that's not enough to win the heart of Victoria Garden-Pool, whose affections lie with Larry Lake. And so Henry Pond must be more than a poet - he must become a toad of action too. Will his derring-do and rhyming prowess be enough to persuade Victoria to be his love? A wonderful froggy adventure from award-winning Dick King-Smith combines with stunning artwork from Victor Ambrus to make for an utterly charming Little Gem. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

Author description

After serving as a soldier in World War II, Dick King-Smith became a farmer and then a teacher of English. His first book, The Fox Busters, was published in 1978 and he went on to become one of the most prolific English writers for children. He is best known for The Sheep-Pig, which was adapted into the movie Babe in 1995, and won the 1984 Guardian Children's Fiction Prize. He was awarded an Honorary Master of Education degree and appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2010 New Year Honours. He passed away in 2011.