Almond, David
Skellig
- ISBN 13:
- 9780340944950
- author:
- Almond, David
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Hodder Childrens Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 1.5 x 19.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 8 working days
Description
Skellig is a poignant and thought-provoking novel about a young boy's journey to come to terms with his family's past and his own place in the world. When a mysterious illness strikes, Skellig's life is forever changed, and he must find a way to heal and reconnect with those around him. As Skellig struggles to understand his condition, he begins to see the world in a new light, and discovers the beauty and wonder that can be found in even the most ordinary things. This beautifully written story is a powerful exploration of the human experience, and the ways in which we all struggle to find our place in the world. With its unique blend of magical realism and poignant realism, Skellig is a deeply moving and thought-provoking novel that will stay with readers long after they finish reading.