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The Island of the Mer-People

By Sheila Kathleen McCullagh

Beneath the waves, Benjamin discovers the mer-people’s island hides a dangerous secret.

magical · adventurous · mysterious · exciting

Genres

Fantasy Adventure

What is The Island of the Mer-People about?

Benjamin the Blue and his pirate companions sail towards a mysterious island said to belong to the mer-people. Beneath the waves they discover a strange new world, where curious sea folk and old pirate dangers meet. With the Griffin nearby, Benjamin must be brave, observant and ready to help when trouble threatens. This short, illustrated adventure follows the young pirates as they explore the island, meet its unusual inhabitants and find their way safely through an exciting encounter at sea.

About the author

Sheila Kathleen McCullagh was a much-loved British author who created magical stories for children. She is best known for her 'Puddle Lane' series, which has enchanted young readers with its wonderful characters and adventures. Sheila's books are full of imagination, making reading exciting and fun for children everywhere.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

This edition

1970

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