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The Hunter

By Paul Geraghty

Jamina plays hunter—until a baby elephant shows her what hunting really means.

poignant adventurous compassionate thought-provoking

Genres

Animals Nature Realistic Fiction

What is The Hunter about?

Jamina loves pretending to be a hunter in the hot, dry African bush. But when she hears a lonely, desperate cry, she discovers a baby elephant beside its dead mother. Lost and frightened, the little elephant needs help, and Jamina bravely sets out to guide it towards safety. As they journey through the wild landscape, Jamina begins to understand the fear of being hunted and sees the terrible cost of killing animals. By the time she returns home, her ideas about hunters have completely changed.

About the author

Paul Geraghty is a talented author and illustrator known for his beautiful picture books, especially about animals and nature. His stories, like 'The Hunter' and 'Dinosaur in Danger', are filled with exciting adventures and stunning illustrations. Paul loves inspiring children to care about wildlife and enjoy reading through his imaginative books.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

1996

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