Big Tom (Collins Red Storybooks) - Softcover
Life in London during the second world war, as seen through the eyes of a lively nine-year-old boy. Neville Chamberlain has just made the announcement: Great Britain and Germany are at war. Mum worries about Derek in the army; Dad's thinking about the Andersen shelter he's just built in the garden; Elaine is thinking about boys and stockings and her job at the factory. Jenny, aged eleven is worrying about the animals. But Bobbie -- aged nine, has never been so excited in his life. He thinks the war is the most fantastic game. His only worry is that it will end before he is old enough to join up -- he wants to see the planes -- He knows the names of all of them; he wants to catch a German spy; he wants to be kept in the Andersen shelter over night. It's only when his beloved Big Tom, a cat, is missing believed dead, that Bobbie realises the truth about war. A wonderful picture of childhood and a sensitive portrayal of family loyalties in times of crisis. Excitement, terror, misery and humour -- the poignancy of Goodnight Mr Tom plus the humour of Hope and Glory in this beautifully crafted young novel.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author:
Jean Ure is an extremely successful novelist and her backlist is impressive for Collins as well as other publishers. She trained at drama school and is particularly well-known for her books about ballet and drama. Her classic ballet book A Proper Little Nooryeff was the first to win her critical acclaim. Jean lives in a three-hundred-year-old house in Croydon with her husband and their family of rescued dogs and cats. She is a vegan and is committed to animal rights.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherCollins
- Publication date2000
- ISBN 10 0006751539
- ISBN 13 9780006751533
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages96
- Rating
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Red Storybook â " Big Tom
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR001285679
Buy Used
US$ 1.00
Convert currency
Stock Image
Red Storybook - Big Tom
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Red Storybook - Big Tom This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 7719-9780006751533
Buy Used
US$ 3.40
Convert currency
Stock Image
Big Tom (Collins Red Storybooks)
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Very Good. Book is in Used-VeryGood condition. Pages and cover are clean and intact. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as CDs or access codes. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain very limited notes and highlighting. Seller Inventory # 0006751539-2-3
Buy Used
US$ 10.07
Convert currency
Stock Image
Big Tom (Collins Red Storybooks)
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Good. Ex-Library Book. Has usual library markings and stamps inside. All orders are dispatched the following working day from our UK warehouse. Established in 2004, we have over 500,000 books in stock. No quibble refund if not completely satisfied. Seller Inventory # mon0005907846
Buy Used
US$ 2.71
Convert currency
Stock Image
Big Tom (Collins Red Storybooks)
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Very Good. 1683195399. 5/4/2023 10:16:39 AM. Seller Inventory # U9780006751533
Buy Used
US$ 3.35
Convert currency
Stock Image
Red Storybook - Big Tom
Published by
HarperCollinsChildrensBooks
(2000)
ISBN 10: 0006751539
ISBN 13: 9780006751533
Used
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Used; Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages. Seller Inventory # CHL9465299
Buy Used
US$ 1.39
Convert currency
Stock Image
Red Storybook â " Big Tom
Published by
HarperCollinsChildren’sBooks
(2000)
ISBN 10: 0006751539
ISBN 13: 9780006751533
Used
paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description paperback. Condition: Good. Good condition is defined as: a copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. Seller Inventory # wbb0022594869
Buy Used
US$ 1.58
Convert currency
Stock Image
Red Storybook - Big Tom
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 6545-9780006751533
Buy Used
US$ 3.40
Convert currency
Stock Image
Big Tom
Published by
HarperCollins Publishers Limited
(2000)
ISBN 10: 0006751539
ISBN 13: 9780006751533
Used
Softcover
Quantity: 2
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # GRP17145398
Buy Used
US$ 4.51
Convert currency
Stock Image
Big Tom
Published by
HarperCollins Publishers Limited
(2000)
ISBN 10: 0006751539
ISBN 13: 9780006751533
Used
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Very Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # GRP65418213
Buy Used
US$ 4.51
Convert currency