By Lloyd Alexander (author)
Paperback Not Available
View All Editions (1)
A riotously funny and deeply personal story of wonder, discovery and friendship, full of eccentric characters and fantastical adventures, by one of America’s best-loved authors. Will be loved equally by boys and girls from 8 upwards.
When David falls ill his tough old Aunt Annie offers to tutor him, and he soon grows fond of The Gawgon, as he nicknames her because of her resemblance to the terrifying Gorgon Medusa of Greek myth. Together they embark on exciting imaginary adventures rescuing King Tut’s treasure, scaling mountains and outwitting master criminals.
Alexander was born in Philadelphia,Pennslvania, in 1924 and grew up in the suburb of Drexil Hill l . His father was a stockbroker and their family was greatly affected by the Great Depression. His most famous contribution to the field of children's literature is the fantasy series The Chronicles of Prydaiin. The first two books in this series formed the basis of the Disney animated film The Black Cauldron . The concluding book of the series, The High Kingg was awarded the Newbery Medal in 1969. Alexander's other books have also won the National Book Award and the American Book Award. He died on May 17 2007
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Fantastical Adventures Of The Invisible Boy and determined it is suitable for children aged 7-8 years old
Fantastical Adventures Of The Invisible Boy features in the following genres: Featured Books for 7+ readers, Recommendations
Paperback. Not Available.
Fantastical Adventures Of The Invisible Boy was written by Lloyd Alexander and published by Usborne Publishing Ltd
©PTC International Ltd T/A LoveReading is registered in England. Company number: 10193437. VAT number: 270 4538 09. Registered address: 157 Shooters Hill, London, SE18 3HP. Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy | Disclaimer
The National Year of Reading starts here. Join thousands of families and schools supporting reading for pleasure across the UK.