by David Calcutt (Author)
Prospero, a struggling alchemist who has dedicated his life to the seemingly fruitless pursuit of the secret of the Philosopher's Stone, falls prey to a couple of swindlers - ignoring the advice of caring daughter Miranda and apprentice Will. Now a cunning plan has to be devised to wreck revenge and reclaim their lost wealth...Unexpected and entertaining results ensue.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 96
Edition: UK ed.
Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Published: 01 Feb 2007
ISBN 10: 0713681381
ISBN 13: 9780713681383
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years
Book Overview: Stories are devised by a high-profile children's author directly in response to a specific guided reading brief. Stories are exciting, appealing and gripping in their own right, featuring situations, issues and characters that children will relate to and enjoy. Stories will form the basis for though-provoking lesson ideas to inspire teachers in guided reading. Series already garnering praise in the press - 'It is a pleasure to read commissioned work which fulfils its brief so imaginatively' Books for Keeps.