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The Green Ship

By Quentin Blake

Adjectives

imaginative enchanting adventurous

Genres

Adventure Friendship/Family

Synopsis

During their summer holiday, two adventurous children climb over a garden wall and discover a ship sculpted from trees and bushes. They meet the marvellous Mrs Tredegar, who, along with her gardener Bosun, invites them aboard. Together, they embark on imaginative voyages to exotic lands, sailing the seven seas without ever leaving the garden. This enchanting tale celebrates the boundless adventures that imagination can offer.

About the author

Quentin Blake is a much-loved British author and illustrator, famous for his playful and lively drawings. He is best known for illustrating Roald Dahl’s stories, including 'Matilda' and 'The BFG'. Quentin Blake’s unique artwork has made countless books fun and exciting to read, inspiring children all over the world to enjoy stories and pictures.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

1998

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