Ghostscape

Layburn, Joe

ISBN 10: 1845078268 / ISBN 13: 9781845078263

Published by Quarto Publishing Group UK, 2009

About this Item

Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Ghostscape
• Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group UK
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1845078268
• ISBN 13: 9781845078263
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Williams, John
• Condition: Very Good
• Weight: 0.595 pounds

About this title

Synopsis

When Aisha comes across a pale, skinny boy called Richard in the school washrooms, of all places, she is as surprised to meet a 1940s boy as he is to see a black girl wearing a headscarf. Aisha is transported back sixty years to the time of the Blitz, when her school was a sanctuary for East Enders fleeing the bombing. But Richard becomes more than just a friendly ghost; he helps Aisha confront her difficulties at home with her mother, where she is torn between two cultures, and at school where a tough schoolmate is determined to give her a hard time. Finally, Aisha decides to find out the history of her area during the Blitz, and what she discovers makes her realise that she must warn Richard about what is going to happen - but how??

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About the Author

Icelandic born artist KRISTJANA S WILLIAMS studied graphic design and illustration at Central St Martins and quickly gained critical acclaim as Creative Director of Beyond the Valley for 8 years. Williams' work has become well known throughout the industry, 2013 saw the studio Highly Commended for 'Best Use of Color' at the Dulux Color Awards. Kristjana has won a D&AD award, a New York Festivals Grand Prix & First Prize and been shortlisted for the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity.

Joe Layburn worked for 15 years as a journalist and television reporter with BBC, ITV, and Channel 4, often working on programs that focused on children, and has been nominated for the Royal Television Society's Current Affairs award. His work has appeared in various countries including America, Australia, France, and Japan. Now a teacher, he lives in London.