by Michael Cox (Author), Michael Cox (Author), Kelly Waldek (Illustrator)
This laugh-out-loud comic romp marks Michael Cox's debut on the A&C Black children's list. Captain Codswallop's pirate ship has been stolen by the ruthless highwayman, Dick Turnip. But it seems that Dick is even more incompetent than the captain and his hapless crew. However, the pirates get more than they bargained for when they find themselves head-to-head with the Spanish Armada.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 96
Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Published: 01 Aug 2006
ISBN 10: 0713676302
ISBN 13: 9780713676303
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years
Book Overview: Funny and inventive. Good for boys. An accessible read for all children in the age group. Black Cats' profile is increasing. Acclaim for the series: '...the stories have a fresh originality that will make them great favourites' Lindsey Fraser, Guardian Education Book of the Week, 13/05/03 And 'Fast, exciting stories for fluent readers.' Books for Keeps This is a unique series, aimed at children recently emerging from reading schemes who require continuing support. There is little new material for emerging readers between 8-11.