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Once there was a boy...

CD-Audio

Main Details

Title Once there was a boy...
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Oliver Jeffers
Read by Paul McGann and Richard E. Grant
Physical Properties
Format:CD-Audio
Dimensions(mm): Height 125,Width 142
ISBN/Barcode 9780007490110
Audience
Preschool (0-5)
Edition Unabridged edition

Publishing Details

Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Imprint HarperCollins Publishers Ltd
Publication Date 28 March 2013
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

A must-have for all Oliver Jeffers fans, this CD unites all four Boy stories for the first time. Read by Paul McGann and Richard E. Grant, these charming stories are brought to life with music and sound effects. Stretching from the moon all the way to the South Pole, follow the boy and the penguin on their adventures as they reach for the stars and try to fly away. Featuring: How to Catch a Star Lost and Found The Way Back Home Up and Down

Author Biography

Oliver Jeffers graduated from The University of Ulster in 2001 with First Class honours. His outstanding talent has been recognised by several high-profile awards, including the Nestle Children's Book Prize Gold Award. 'Lost and Found' animation was broadcast on Channel 4. Oliver lives and works in Brookyln, New York.

Reviews

Praise for The Incredible Book Eating Boy: 'Mouth-wateringly irresistible' The Guardian 'This is a book that children will devour' The Observer Praise for Lost and Found: 'A heart-warming story' The Guardian Praise for How to Catch a Star: 'The best recent picture book by light years, is stylishly spellbinding.' Telegraph 'If the title sounds magical and optimistic to you, it's probably because that's exactly what this book is.' Junior (BOOK OF THE MONTH) 'A stunning debut!' Books for Keeps (NEW TALENT) 'Hail to new talent... If only all picture books could be this good.' The Bookseller Praise for The Heart and the Bottle: 'Profoundly moving' The Irish Times Praise for Up and Down: 'Full of heart' Irish Times