Clockwork, Or, All Wound Up

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In the German town of Glockenheim, apprentice clockmaker Karl faces disgrace for failing to craft a new figure for the town's clock. On a snowy evening, storyteller Fritz begins narrating a tale about a mechanical prince and a sinister doctor. As the story unfolds, fiction and reality intertwine, bringing to life a deadly mechanical knight and the enigmatic Dr Kalmenius. Young Gretl, the innkeeper's daughter, becomes entangled in this chilling adventure where time and fate are wound together in a macabre dance.

About the author

Philip Pullman is a well-known British author, best loved for his exciting fantasy stories. His famous series, His Dark Materials, takes readers on thrilling adventures to magical worlds. Philip enjoys sparking children’s imaginations, making his books full of mystery, adventure, and unforgettable characters. Many young readers love exploring his stories!