Deptford Histories, The: The Alchymist's Cat
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Deptford Histories, The: The Alchymist's Cat by Robin Jarvis
The first story in the gripping Deptford Histories trilogy. It is the winter of 1664 and young Will Godwin, an alchymist's assistant, chances upon a mother cat and her three new-born kittens in a London churchyard. Taking pity on the freezing family, Will carries them back to his master's apothecary shop. And there, among the bubbling bottles and evil-smelling jars in Dr. Spittle's laboratory, unfolds an extraordinary tale of sorcery, disease, villainy and murder.
'A tremendous story' -- Carousel 'This wonderful trilogy set in London is breathtaking, original and action-packed.' -- South West Mag 'Jarvis is a great writer, in command of his intricate plotting.' -- Scottish Sunday Herald 'Jarvis is a real story teller ...' -- Carousel PRAISE FOR FLEABEE'S FORTUNE: 'This books begins a new Deptford series for younger children featuring the same brilliantly imagined and realised subterranean world. Scray and exciting, this book will grip readers from the very first page.' -- Teaching and Learning 'Bursting with action, danger, gruesome detail and some very narrow escapes these are real mouse eye views of our world from a prolific storyteller who excels at anthropomorphic tales such as this one.' -- Riveting Reads: Boys into books 11-14, Department for Education and Skills '... a strong teen read ... a welcome reprint' -- John Lloyd, The Bookbag 'Breathtaking, original and action-packed' -- Writeaway
Robin Jarvis studied graphic design in Newcastle and then worked in television and advertising making model monsters and puppets. He has been a full-time writer and illustrator for some time, and has a large following among children and adults. Robin's books are consistent best-sellers and he has won several awards for his work. The Dark Portal was runner-up for the Smarties Prize in 1989.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780340950487 |
| ISBN 10 | 034095048X |
| Title | Deptford Histories, The: The Alchymist's Cat |
| Author | Robin Jarvis |
| Series | The Deptford Histories |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Hachette Children's Group |
| Year published | 2007-11-01 |
| Number of pages | 384 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |