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Wings of Icarus

By Jenny Oldfield

Adjectives

mythical adventurous tragic

Genres

Fantasy Adventure Classics

Synopsis

Imprisoned on the island of Crete, Daedalus and his son Icarus yearn for freedom. After a failed attempt to escape by sea, Daedalus crafts wings from feathers and wax, allowing them to fly. Despite his father's warnings, Icarus soars too close to the sun, leading to tragic consequences.

About the author

Jenny Oldfield is a much-loved British author who has written many exciting books for children. She is best known for her 'Half Moon Ranch' series, which is all about horses, adventures, and friendship. Jenny loves animals and uses her imagination to create stories that inspire and entertain young readers around the world.

Pages

45 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

2007

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