Fire, Bed and Bone by Henrietta Branford
"Powerful. Exciting. Original." Celia Rees This award-winning classic speaks back to the divisions of fourteenth century Britain from the perspective of a much-loved hunting dog. Branford's Guardian Children's Fiction Prize-winning novel is a moving narrative about injustice, upheaval and survival in fourteenth century Britain. From the point of view of a devoted and sought-after hunting dog, her story focuses on the societal tension and oppression that lead to her beloved masters Rufus and Comfort being arrested for heresy during the Peasants' Revolt, and how she must then struggle to raise her puppy Fleabane and forge a life away from the cruel landlord and violence happening all around her. Ultimately an uplifting story about loyalty and hope.
Branford's skilful handling results in a thoroughly convincing and totally engrossing novelA strong and deserving contender for the Carnegie medal. * The Sunday Telegraph *
Both I and a 13-year-old tester were lost in admiration for the brilliantly devised Fire, Bed and Bone. * The Times *
This powerful tale with its unusual viewpoint is as fresh and exciting today as when first published... Cleverly original, the deceptive simplicity and economy of style makes it immediately accessible to any young reader. * Celia Rees *
“Branford’s sparse, tight prose tells a compelling story that feels as fresh today as it did when it was published over 20 years ago…” * Carousel *
Both I and a 13-year-old tester were lost in admiration for the brilliantly devised Fire, Bed and Bone. * The Times *
This powerful tale with its unusual viewpoint is as fresh and exciting today as when first published... Cleverly original, the deceptive simplicity and economy of style makes it immediately accessible to any young reader. * Celia Rees *
“Branford’s sparse, tight prose tells a compelling story that feels as fresh today as it did when it was published over 20 years ago…” * Carousel *
Henrietta Branford (1946-1999) was a celebrated and cherished author of over a dozen children's books including The Fated Sky and Dimanche Diller. In her lifetime, she was awarded the Guardian's Children's Fiction Prize, the Smarties Book Prize and was highly commended for the Carnegie Medal; known for her striking characters, unique perspectives and emotive characters, Branford's legacy lives on in her fiction. You can visit her website at www.henriettabranford.com.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781406379990 |
| ISBN 10 | 1406379999 |
| Title | Fire, Bed and Bone |
| Author | Henrietta Branford |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Walker Books Ltd |
| Year published | 2018-09-06 |
| Number of pages | 176 |
| Prizes | Winner of Nestle Smarties Book Prize 1997 (UK), Winner of The Guardian Children’s Fiction Prize 1998 (UK), Short-listed for Carnegie (CILIP) 1997 (UK) |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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