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The Trouble With Uncle

By Babette Cole

A proper pirate’s treasure hunt takes a surprising turn beneath the sea—what will Uncle discover?

funny · whimsical · adventurous · unusual

Genres

Fantasy Adventure Humour

What is The Trouble With Uncle about?

Uncle is a real pirate, but his ship, treasure hunting and rough manners do not fit in at the smart yacht club. Determined to do things his own way, he starts a club of his own and sets off after a mysterious treasure map. His voyage leads to storms, angry whales, rival pirates and a surprising encounter beneath the sea. Amid all the chaos, Uncle discovers that treasure is not always gold—and that he may have found something much more precious.

About the author

Babette Cole was a much-loved British author and illustrator, known for her funny and imaginative children's books. She created many popular stories, including ‘Princess Smartypants’ and ‘Doctor Dog’. Babette’s colourful pictures and cheeky humour made her books favourites with children everywhere, encouraging everyone to laugh and enjoy reading.

Pages

30 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

This edition

1994

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