"Classic swashbuckling story of 18th-century smugglers, revenge, sacrifice and friendship presented in a beautiful gift edition"
With its swashbuckling scenario and big themes of betrayal, revenge and sacrifice, J. Meade Falkner’s Moonfleet is an undeniable classic of adventure fiction. And, with its embossed gold foil features and beautiful cover, this edition (part of Wordsworth’s Exclusive Collection) makes a great gift for readers young and old.
Fifteen-year-old orphan John Trenchard lives in Moonfleet with his aunt. When she banishes him, John is looked after by grumpy innkeeper Elzevir Block, whose son was killer by customs officials. In the smuggler’s care, John falls under the spell of the local legend of ghostly Blackbeard, who’s said to rise each winter to search for a missing diamond.
As John sets out on his own quest to find Blackbeard’s gem, he becomes embroiled in the village’s real secret - and Elzevir’s.
Brimming with bravery, atmosphere and all-out action, this is a tale to be dazzled by, and lose yourself in.
When fifteen-year-old orphan John Trenchard is banished by his Aunt Jane, he goes to live at the local inn with the mysterious Elzevir Block, whose son has been killed by Customs Officers. Unofficially adopted by Block, John comes to learn the reasons for the noises in the graveyard at night, of 'Blackbeard' Mohune's lost treasure and Elzevir Block's secret.
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When fifteen-year-old orphan John Trenchard is banished by his Aunt Jane, he goes to live at the local inn with the mysterious Elzevir Block, whose son has been killed by Customs Officers. Unofficially adopted by Block, John comes to learn the reasons for the noises in the graveyard at night, of 'Blackbeard' Mohune's lost treasure and Elzevir Block's secret.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Moonfleet and determined it is suitable for children aged 11-12 years old
Moonfleet features in the following genres: Adventure Stories, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Classic Literature, Featured Books for 11+ readers, Recommendations
Paperback, Ebook. £3.59, down from the £3.99 cover price. In Stock.
Moonfleet was written by J. Meade Falkner and published by Wordsworth Editions
Moonfleet has 236 pages
Yes it is part of Wordsworth Exclusive Collection series
£3.59, reduced from £3.99. In Stock.
