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Humble Tom's Big Trip: A Tudor Play (History Plays)

Humble Tom's Big Trip: A Tudor Play (History Plays)

by KayeUmansky (Author)

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    Paperback 2004

    $4.33
Synopsis

This hilarious play explores the world of King Henry Vlll prior to his meeting with the King of France at the Field of Cloth of Gold. Two narrators observe and comment on scenes with Henry and his courtiers as well as commoners such as Humble Tom, the shepherd boy who yearns to travel with the King to France. Wonderfully entertaining, this farcical play raises many issues concerning life in Tudor England and in particular the roles of men and women, making it perfect for classes exploring historical and literacy topics.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 48
 Edition: New Ed
 Publisher: Wayland
Published: 15 Jan 2004
ISBN 10: 0750241233
ISBN 13: 9780750241236
Children’s book age: 7-9 Years
 Book Overview: Kate Umansky is the author of many children's books, including Prince Dandypants and the Masked Avenger , Nonsense Animal Rhymes , Pass the Jam , Jim! , The Quest for 100 Gold Coins 1: Donkey Road to Disaster , The Spooks Step Out , Bingo Lingo and Three Tapping Teddies . She is best known as the creator of Pongwiffy, the witch of dirty habits , who features in five books.

Media Reviews
A way of linking history with English which I really liked. -- TES Teacher 20030613 'perfect for class reading or performance' -- Primary Times 20030331 Ideal for classes exploring historical and literacy topics in key stage 2 ... This entertainingly farcical play raises numerous issues concerning life inTudor times, including the roles of men and women. -- Books for Keeps 20040501
Author Bio
Kaye Umansky is best known as the creator of Pongwiffy, the 'witch of dirty habits', whose hilarious antics feature in five books. She is a former teacher with special interests in drama and music, and has written many plays for performance.