The Box Of Delights
By John Masefield
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Kay Harker, returning home for Christmas, is entrusted with a magical box by the enigmatic Cole Hawlings. This box grants the power to travel through time and transform in size. However, the sinister Abner Brown and his gang are determined to seize it for their own nefarious purposes. As Kay embarks on a thrilling adventure, he encounters mythical figures, talking animals, and ancient landscapes, all while striving to protect the box and save Christmas.
About the author
John Masefield was a famous British poet and author who loved the sea and adventure. He is best known for writing 'The Box of Delights' and 'The Midnight Folk', magical stories full of excitement. Masefield also wrote poems about ships and sailors, sharing his passion for the ocean with readers young and old.
Pages
400 pages
Reading age
Older Junior (10-15)
Published
2025
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