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Tear Thief Carol Ann Duffy

Tear Thief By Carol Ann Duffy

Tear Thief by Carol Ann Duffy


$21,99
Condition - Very Good
<20 in stock

Summary

Each night, in the hours between supper and bedtime the Tear Thief carries her waterproof, silvery sack over her shoulder as she soundlessly steals the tears of every child who cries. But what does she do with all of those tears?

Tear Thief Summary

Tear Thief by Carol Ann Duffy

Why does the magical Tear Thief catch children's tears as they fall? Find out in this moving tale about how we express our feelings. Lyrical text by Carol Ann Duffy, one of the most prominent poets writing today, makes this a lovely read-aloud.

Tear Thief Reviews

'Carol Ann Duffy has written a fairy story imbued with magic that is perfect to read aloud' - Guardian It's a delightful idea, magically brought to life by Nicoletta Ceccoli's luminous and sensual illustrations' - Child Education Plus

About Carol Ann Duffy

Carol Ann Duffy is an acclaimed poet and playwright who has also written many picture books. Her collection of potery Rapture was the winner of the 2006 T.S. Elliot Prize. Carol Ann lives in Manchester, England. She has also written The Gift for Barefoot Books. Nicoletta Ceccoki has been featured several times at the Bologna Children's Book Festival, and won the prestigious Anderson prize for the best Italian children's book illustrator in 2001 and 2006.

Additional information

GOR002585542
9781846863943
1846863945
Tear Thief by Carol Ann Duffy
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Barefoot Books Ltd
2009-09-01
32
Short-listed for Red House Children's Book Awards: Books for Younger Children 2008
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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