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Ug Boy Genius Of The Stone Age

By Raymond Briggs

Adjectives

inventive humorous thought-provoking

Genres

Humour Historical Fiction Friendship/Family

Synopsis

Ug, a curious Stone Age boy, dreams of a more comfortable life beyond the hard stone surroundings. He envisions soft trousers, warm caves, and tasty cooked food. Despite his parents' scepticism, Ug's inventive spirit leads him to discover fire and the wheel, though their uses remain unclear. His journey highlights the challenges of innovation in a world resistant to change.

About the author

Raymond Briggs was a much-loved British author and illustrator, best known for his magical book 'The Snowman'. He created many wonderful stories filled with adventure, imagination, and heart-warming pictures. Raymond’s books have been enjoyed by children all over the world and often inspire films and stage shows that bring his stories to life.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2002

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