Melric the Magician Who Lost His Magic
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Melric the Magician Who Lost His Magic by David Mckee
When Melric, the king's magician, mysteriously loses his magic, he sets out on a quest to return it. But with the kingdom under attack, will Melric get his magic back in time to protect it?
"A wonderfully involving tale.. (Children) will love the story of Melric, resplendent in his red and gold starry gown but suffering from magician's block." -- Kate Kellaway * Observer *
"Packed with detail... Another success for McKee!" * The School Librarian *
"David McKee is a genius." * The Times *
"A strong story with a very good moral" * Lovereading *
"A gem of a story. There's also a gentle underlying message about the value of being independent." * Armadillo Magazine *
"Packed with detail... Another success for McKee!" * The School Librarian *
"David McKee is a genius." * The Times *
"A strong story with a very good moral" * Lovereading *
"A gem of a story. There's also a gentle underlying message about the value of being independent." * Armadillo Magazine *
David McKee (1935 - 2022) was the creator of well-known characters including King Rollo, Mr Benn and Elmer the Patchwork Elephant, which is now published in more than 60 languages and has its own successful global merchandise programme. David was born in Devon and went to Plymouth Art College, where he had a traditional training. On leaving college he drew regularly for Punch, Reader’s Digest, and The Times Educational Supplement. His drawings were influenced especially by Saul Steinberg and Andre Francois. In 2020, David won the British Book Awards Illustrator of the Year Award and BookTrust’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781849395250 |
| ISBN 10 | 184939525X |
| Title | Melric the Magician Who Lost His Magic |
| Author | David Mckee |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Andersen Press Ltd |
| Year published | 2013-04-04 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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