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The Last Wild Trilogy: The Last Wild: Book 1 by the acclaimed author and winner of the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize invites readers on a breathtaking journey that sparks the imagination and inspires wonder across all ages.
In this enchanting tale, we meet Kester, a young boy who discovers an extraordinary ability: he can communicate with animals, specifically the persistent pests that linger in a world ravaged by a deadly virus. As Kester navigates this intriguing reality, he learns that these creatures are not mere nuisances; they hold the vital hope for a brighter future.
Set in a quarantined land where nature’s delicate balance has been disturbed, Kester’s adventures unfold as he bridges the divide between humans and the animal kingdom. With a flock of animated pigeons nestled in his bedroom, his life transforms in unimaginable ways, leading him on a mission filled with adventure, courage, and the struggle for survival.
As readers follow Kester's heartwarming and adventurous path, they will become immersed in a beautifully crafted world where hope blossoms amidst despair. The Last Wild Trilogy: The Last Wild: Book 1 is not just a story; it's an invitation to explore the unbreakable bond between humanity and nature.
ISBN: | 9781780878300 |
Author: | Piers Torday |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Quercus Children's Books |
Publisher: | Hachette Children's Group |
Dimensions: | 195 x 128 x 26 mm |
Publication Date: | 01 August, 2013 |
Pagination: | 352 pages |
Weight: | 248g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’