The Turbulent Term of Tyke Tiler (Faber Children's Classics)

The Turbulent Term of Tyke Tiler (Faber Children's Classics)

by Gene Kemp (Author)

Synopsis

The Turbulent Term of Tyke Tiler is considered one of the children's classics of the twentieth century. The central character Tyke is best friends with Danny Price and wherever they go, trouble isn't far behind. Their exploits during their last term at Cricklepit drive the Head to despair and provide a few surprises for the reader - including one which encourages us to question our deepest assumptions about gender and behaviour.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 144
Edition: New edition
Publisher: Faber and Faber
Published: 03 Jun 2002

ISBN 10: 0571212670
ISBN 13: 9780571212675
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years

Author Bio
Gene Kemp grew up near Tamworth in the Midlands. She studied at Exeter University, taught, married and had three children. She is best-known for her Cricklepit School stories, including The Turbulent Term of Tyke Tiler - a winner of the Carnegie Medal and the Children's Rights Award, Charlie Lewis Plays for Time, which was runner-up for the Whitbread Award in 1985, and Just Ferret, which was a runner-up for the Smarties Award in 1990. In addition, she has written The Clock Tower Ghost, Jason Bodger and the Priory Ghost (short stories) and a poetry anthology. She also writes for TV and radio. In 1984 she was awarded an honorary degree for her books, which have been translated into numerous languages.