Wolfstongue: "A modern classic" The Times by Sam Thompson (English) Hardcover Bo

Description: Wolfstongue: "A modern classic" The Times by Sam Thompson, Anna Tromop "The best animal adventure since Watership Down" — The TimesA boy who finds speaking difficult enters a hidden world of talking animals, a world where language is power. Can he find his voice to help the wolves outsmart the clever foxes? FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description "The best animal adventure since Watership Down" — The Times Named as a 2023 Outstanding International Book by the US Board on Books for Young People The childrens debut by Booker-longlisted author Sam Thompson is an engrossing, thoughtful, beautifully written story about humans and animals, voice and power, neurodiversity and acceptance.Silas is bullied at school because his words will not come. He wishes he could live in silence as animals do.Deep in the Forest, the foxes live in an underground city built by their wolf slaves. The foxes leader Reynard controls everything with his clever talk.One day, Silas helps an injured wolf. Then he enters the secret world of the Forest, where the last remaining wolves fight to survive. But even there, language is power.Can Silas find his voice in time to help his wolf friends – can he become the Wolfstongue?Selected for the Outstanding International Books by the US Board on Books for Young People List"Each creature has its own character and I love how by having names they feel real and I have been naming creatures when I see them out on my walks." — Oscar, aged 9, child reviewer "Has all the makings of a modern classic." — Alex OConnell, The Times Author Biography Sam Thompson lives in Belfast, where he teaches English and creative writing at Queens University. His first novel Communion Town was longlisted for the 2012 Man Booker Prize. Jott was shortlisted for the 2019 Encore Award. His fiction and criticism have appeared in the Times Literary Supplement, London Review of Books, The Tangerine, Still Worlds Turning (No Alibis Press), on BBC Radio 4 and in Best British Short Stories 2019 (Salt Publishing). Review Thompsons writing vividly conveys the force with which nature and wildness strike an introverted city boy. * The New York Times Book Review *Has all the makings of a modern classic with its exhilarating mix of ancient fable and contemporary issues. ... Not since Watership Down have animal dynamics felt so true and the political undertones so live. ... I predict howls of approval — and prizes. -- Alex OConnell * The Times *"Sober, stirring fantasy." * The Wall Street Journal *Wolfstongue is a hugely original tale with classic influences and infrastructure. -- Sara Keating * The Irish Times *A stunning book. -- Justine Carbery * The Irish Independent *"Wolfstongue is fabulous." * Piers Torday, author of The Wild Before *Astonishing. One of the most extraordinary childrens books Ive ever read. -- Anthony McGowanThe writing raises this to classic status ... Gripping and profound. * The New Statesman *A childrens debut with a timeless feel. * Publishers Weekly *Thompson thoughtfully examines how words can hurt and heal, emphasising languages powerful influence on characters self-perception. Silas speech difficulty is unnamed, enabling readers with a variety of similar conditions to see themselves reflected ... Tromops realistic black-and-white illustrations accentuate the grim, mysterious atmosphere ...Unusual and thought-provoking. * Kirkus *Thompson is a superb writer. There is a dreamlike quality to his prose. -- Philip Womack * Literary Review *An edge-of-the-seat adventure. -- Meg RosoffAn intelligent and powerful story about words and language and what it means to have a voice. The illustrations by Anna Tromop are stunning too! -- A. M. HowellAn unforgettable fable. Raw, devastating and brilliantly written. -- Lucy StrangeWolfstongue has modern classic written all over it. -- Patricia FordeA fiercely gentle tale, heartwarming and brave. -- Myra ZepfAn absolute delight. Warm and thoughtful, full of insight. -- Kelly McCaughrainEvery now and again, a remarkable new childrens book comes along which is a pleasure to read, isnt too long, and is filled with a sense of profound meaning and significance without ever feeling preachy. Wolfstongue is precisely this. * BookTrust *Now heres a middle grade novel that intrigues me. * School Library Journal *Brilliantly compelling whilst at the same time making profound comments about the way language and expression help to define us and, when limited, can equally confine us, really powerful. -- Jake Hope * Youth Libraries Group *Children – and adults! – everywhere will certainly find comfort and magic within Wolfstongues pages. -- Karla Brading * Buzz Magazine *A startling entrance into childrens fiction. -- Pet OConnell * The Echo *A stunning fantasy adventure. -- Bríd Conroy * Mayo News *An amazing book. * Kids Book Buzz *The story is fascinating, the world-building well done (with a diagram of the fox city at the front of the book). The characters are believable, the story is believable! ... The black and white illustrations greatly enhance the story. * Youth Services Book Review ***** review *I cant wait for the sequel! There was never a dull moment in this book and time flew as I read it ... and the protagonist goes on a journey where he finds his strength and who he is; kids need these kinds of triumphs to read. -- ***** reader review * NetGalley *The relationship between the wolves and foxes is uncommon and the role of humans in character dynamics is creative. The message regarding human culture is a valuable lesson and I recommend you give this book a shot. * YA Books Central *An impressive debut that is nicely illustrated with the black-and-white artwork of Anna Tromop, Sam Thompsons new action/adventure fantasy novel is an engrossing, thoughtful, beautifully written story about humans and animals, Wolfstongue is an inherently entertaining, original, and fully engaging read from cover to cover. * Midwest Book Review * Review Quote Has all the makings of a modern classic with its exhilarating mix of ancient fable and contemporary issues. ... Not since Watership Down have animal dynamics felt so true and the political undertones so live. ... I predict howls of approval -- and prizes. - The Times Gripping and profound. - The New Statesman Wolfstongue is a hugely original tale with classic influences and infrastructure. - The Irish Times A startling entrance into childrens fiction. - The Echo A stunning fantasy adventure. - Mayo News One of the most extraordinary childrens books Ive ever read. -Anthony McGowan, author of The Fall An unforgettable fable. Raw, devastating and brilliantly written. - Lucy Strange, author of The Ghost of Midnight Lake An edge-of-the-seat adventure. - Meg Rosoff, author of How I Live Now Wolfstongue has classic written all over it. - Patricia Forde, author of The List Thompson is a superb writer. There is a dreamlike quality to his prose. - Literary Review Every now and again, a remarkable new childrens book comes along which is a pleasure to read, isnt too long, and is filled with a sense of profound meaning and significance without ever feeling preachy. Wolfstongue is precisely this. - BookTrust Brilliantly compelling whilst at the same time making profound comments about the way language and expression help to define us and, when limited, can equally confine us, really powerful. - Youth Libraries Group This heart felt and exciting adventure has plenty to interest and reflect on. - Readers that Care This is a wonderful story that will have you on the edge of your seat. - Addicted to Books Children - and adults! - everywhere will certainly find comfort and magic within Wolfstongues pages. - Buzz Magazine Lyrical, fierce, thoughtful, brave, emotional...a story of facing your fears and finding your voice. What a stunning book! - Fallen Star Stories This is a wonderful book, it is heart warming, and full of adventure. - Bookbound Wolfstongue is an absorbing read and perfect for fans of the natural world, intrigue and adventure. This Book is Brilliant! A powerful story about standing up to bullies, doing whats right and the power of language, this is a lyrical, beautiful childrens-book debut. - What I Read Heady, lyrical and earthy. - Lily and the Fae Description for Sales People Written by a Man Booker Prize long-listed author. Sam Thompsons adult debut, Communion Town, was longlisted for the Man Booker Prize and prompted the New York Times Book Review to call him "a writer of almost freakish range". Wolfstongue displays that same extraordinary gift pulling off the most difficult trick: to combine profound, thoughtful and intelligent writing with gripping, page-turner storytelling. Rave reviews in Ireland and the UK Described by The Times as "The best animal adventure since Watership Down", Wolfstongue is a classic in the making. High production values: This new hardback edition for the US market is stunningly presented and features embossed title and author name and a textured, "grained" finish on the jacket. Atmospheric b/w illustrations by up-and-coming illustrator Anna Tromop bring out the soul of the books animal characters. A modern fable about voice and power, neurodiversity and acceptance , based on the authors own experience and that of his family. Met with very strong positive reviews when originally published in Ireland and the UK. Details ISBN1915071003 Author Anna Tromop Pages 224 Language English Year 2022 Illustrator Anna Tromop ISBN-10 1915071003 ISBN-13 9781915071002 Format Hardcover Audience Age 8-12 Publisher Little Island Series The Wolfstongue Saga Publication Date 2022-06-28 Imprint Little Island Place of Publication Dublin Country of Publication Ireland Illustrations 26 Illustrations, black and white Alternative 9781912417759 DEWEY FIC Audience Children / Juvenile We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:136665992;

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