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Paperback64 pages
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www.terry-deary.com/Publisher
A & C Black Publishers LtdPublication date
1st July 2009ISBN
9781408106204Children's Author 'Like-for-Like' recommendations
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Terry Deary's Knights' Tales: The Knight of Spurs and Spirits
Terry Deary
Part of the 'Knights' Tales' Series
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A sad story of cruelty in high places gives a chilling history lesson about the power of the rich over the life and death of the poor. Sir Robert is a bad tempered master who lashes out at his servants with frightening regularity. When his violence gets out of hand, he kills Roger his stable boy. Although he escapes justice, he and even his castle after his death are haunted by Roger’s unforgiving ghost. Terry Deary’s stories make the past come alive. The Knight of Silk and Steel is also available.
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Terry Deary's Knights' Tales: The Knight of Spurs and Spirits by Terry DearyThe violent and cruel Sir Robert Hylton terrorises his servants in grand Hylton Castle. Whilst they suffer from cold, hunger and his temper, Sir Robert drinks wine and sits by the fire. When his violence goes one step too far, Sir Robert uses friends and influence to escape the law.
But ghosts are known for following their own justice and Sir Robert will not find peace.
Reviews
'...exciting, funny stories based on historical events...'Write Away (July 2009)
'Bubbling with wit, language play and robust dialogue...just the right mix of ingredients to trigger young readers'
interest in all things historical
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Books for Keeps (December 2009)
About The Author
Terry Deary is the author of more than 140 books, published in thirty-three languages. His writing has included fiction for middle-grade and young-adult readers, true mystery stories, and popular nonfiction series’ including Horrible Histories, which has sold five million copies worldwide. His numerous accolades include the Blue Peter “Best Non-Fiction Author of the Century” award in the UK.
Q+A with Terry Deary
Favourite Hero: Guy Fawkes
Favourite Monster: The Chimera
Your weapon of choice: Machine Gun
Special Secret Power: Invisibility
Favourite Fight scene: Gladiators
Goodie or baddie: Baddie
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