Elizabeth Laird
The Fastest Boy in the World
The Fastest Boy in the World
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The Fastest Boy in the World is a modern classic by Elizabeth Laird, with updated content and illustrations. It follows Solomon, an eleven-year-old boy who dreams of becoming a gold-medal-winning athlete, but must run twenty miles to save his grandfather's life.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 30 May 2024
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
The Fastest Boy in the World
Elizabeth Laird's award-winning and beloved children's book, "The Fastest Boy in the World," has been updated and reissued with a stunning cover illustration by Zeamanuel Abera and additional content from the author. This must-read modern classic was shortlisted for the CLPE Carnegie Medal and includes black and white illustrations by Peter Bailey.
Eleven-year-old Solomon loves to run, and he dreams of becoming a gold-medal-winning athlete. When his grandfather announces that he's going to take Solomon to Ethiopia's capital, Addis Ababa, Solomon is thrilled. But when his grandfather collapses, Solomon knows that getting help from his village is up to him. It's a twenty-mile run from the city to home, and Solomon's grandfather's life hangs in the balance. Can the small, bare-footed runner with the big heart make the journey?
This edition includes brilliant extra material, such as an introduction by Elizabeth Laird, extra content from the author, including reading group questions, and discussion notes. It's a must-read for fans of children's literature and a great way to introduce young readers to the world of running and adventure.
Weight: 138g
Dimension: 198 x 130 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781035034680
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