Name: the whipping boy
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Author: Sid Fleischman
ISBN: 9780060521226

Type

Physical Book

Author

Sid Fleischman

Illustrated by

Peter Sís

Publisher

Greenwillow Books

Language

English

Pages

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

19.5 x 13.2 x 0.6 cm

Weight

0.07 kg.

ISBN

0060521228

ISBN13

9780060521226

Synopsis "the whipping boy"

Award-winning author Sid Fleischman blends the broadly comic with the deeply compassionate in this memorable novel, winner of the Newbery Medal. A Prince and a Pauper . . . Prince Brat and his whipping boy inadvertently trade places after becoming involved with dangerous outlaws. The two boys have nothing in common and even less reason to like each other. But when they find themselves taken hostage after running away, they are left with no choice but to trust each other. "A rollicking tale of adventure and mistaken identity . . . . Robust scenes and characters are vividly evoked."--Kirkus Reviews This briskly told tale of high adventure, taut with suspense and rich with colorful characters, was named an ALA Notable Book. Sid Fleischman's celebrated novel features brief, action-packed chapters and includes black-and-white illustrations by Caldecott Honor artist Peter Sís. "An 18th century tale about the escapades of a resourceful orphan and a spoiled young prince. . . . Full of adventure, suspense, humor, and lively characters."--The New York Times

Sid Fleischman

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Sid Fleischman (1920-2010) was an American writer known for his contribution to children's and young adult literature. Throughout his career, he published numerous works of fiction filled with humor, adventure, and touches of magic. Among his most notable books is The Great Houdini (2006), a fictional biography of the famous illusionist. He also wrote The Ghost of Captain Arsenio (1979) and The Pirate's Whip (1986), both within the adventure genre.

In 1987, Fleischman received the prestigious Newbery Medal for his book The Pirate's Whip, establishing himself as one of the most important figures in children's literature. His lively and entertaining style made him a reference in the genre, inspiring generations of young readers.

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