Ned Kelly And The City Of The Bees (SIGNED)
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Edition: 1st ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: Signed
A charming work of children's fiction, Ned Kelly and the City of the Bees chronicles the fantastical adventure of a young boy named Ned Kelly who, while recovering from illness, is magically shrunk and transported into a thriving beehive. With warmth and gentle wit, the story presents the intricate social world of the bees through Ned's wide-eyed perspective, illustrating the remarkable order, labor, and community that sustain the hive. Thomas Keneally brings his considerable storytelling craft to a younger audience, crafting a narrative that is both imaginative and quietly educational, revealing the wonders of the natural world through the lens of fantasy. Rich in detail and brimming with curiosity, it stands as a timeless tale that captivates young readers while instilling a deep appreciation for the complexity of nature.
Author: Thomas Keneally
Format: Hardback
Published: 1978, Jonathan Cape
Genre: Childrens fiction
Edition: 1st ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: Signed
A charming work of children's fiction, Ned Kelly and the City of the Bees chronicles the fantastical adventure of a young boy named Ned Kelly who, while recovering from illness, is magically shrunk and transported into a thriving beehive. With warmth and gentle wit, the story presents the intricate social world of the bees through Ned's wide-eyed perspective, illustrating the remarkable order, labor, and community that sustain the hive. Thomas Keneally brings his considerable storytelling craft to a younger audience, crafting a narrative that is both imaginative and quietly educational, revealing the wonders of the natural world through the lens of fantasy. Rich in detail and brimming with curiosity, it stands as a timeless tale that captivates young readers while instilling a deep appreciation for the complexity of nature.