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Out on the Water

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Out on the Water
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Tessa Duder
Illustrated by Bruce Potter
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:144
Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 153
ISBN/Barcode 9781877514753
ClassificationsDewey:823.914
Audience
Children / Juvenile

Publishing Details

Publisher Oratia Media
Imprint Oratia Books
Publication Date 27 October 2014
Publication Country New Zealand

Description

Ten short stories, and two longer historical ones, bring to life the thrills and challenges of sailing, paddling and travelling on the seas around New Zealand. Accompanied by Bruce Potter's vivid illustrations, these are the work a world-class children's writer with an intimate knowledge of the sea. For children who love the sea and lakes, or who simply love reading, Out on the Water will make a wonderful Christmas book.

Author Biography

Tessa Duder is an internationally celebrated author, and has written more than 40 books in genres from junior fiction to adult history. Among her best-known works are the Alex quartet and her biography of Margaret Mahy. A Commonwealth Games medallist swimmer and a keen sailor, Tessa Duder is a leading advocate for writing by and for children. She lives in Auckland.