Varjak Paw

Author(s): SF Said

Childrens

Mesopotamian Blue cat, Varjak Paw, has never been Outside before; he and his family have always lived in the isolated house at the top of the hill. But Varjak is forced out into the city when the sinister Gentleman and his two menacing cats take over his home. With help from his mystical ancestor, Jalal, Varjak manages to overcome challenges such as self-survival and a threat from the gangland cats, and he ultimately discovers the terrifying secrets behind the Vanishings. But can he save his own family from their fate?


 


With wonderful integrated illustrations from acclaimed comic book artist Dave McKean, this book will appeal to all ages.


 


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"A beguiling tale that sticks in the memory. The cat's whiskers" The Sunday Times "Stylish, original and inventive, Varjak Paw is a modern children's classic" "Dazzling" The New York Times "The book is compulsive reading; we are with Varjak every step of his way, willing him to succeed. Independent readers of 9 upwards will treasure it, not least for its illustrations, and some will camp out on the publisher's doorstep for the sequel" Ann Hay, The School Librarian "The cat magic mystique is brilliant" -- Richard Adams Author of Watership Down

General Fields

  • : 9780552572293
  • : Random House UK
  • : CORGI CHILDREN
  • : 0.246
  • : March 2014
  • : 186mm X 135mm X 18mm
  • : books

Special Fields

  • : Paperback
  • : SF Said