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Synopsis
Peter is curious about the legend of the selkie, a seal who can turn into a girl. When his curiosity gets the better of him, he discovers that the selkie is more than just a legend-she is a friend.
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About the Author
Gillian McClure lives in Cambridge, England. Her other picture books include The Christmas Donkey.
Reviews
PreSchool-Grade 3-In this original story, Peter befriends and frees a seal girl after she is captured by a greedy oysterman who wants her to teach him the language of the sea. The story ends abruptly, leaving readers with a feeling that something is missing. The brief text does not contain enough details to explain what "the language of the sea" is or why it is so desirable. She teaches it to Peter, and, according to the text, he makes use of it to get back to shore. At this point, the illustrations show the boy getting home by following his trail markers in the sand rather than anything mystical. Full-color illustrations take on a number of sizes and shapes, adding visual variety. The attractive palette is appropriate for the sea and island setting. The Selkie Girl (Aladdin, 1991), retold by Susan Cooper and illustrated by Warwick Hutton, follows the Scottish legends more closely and is more appealing. McClure's story has more holes than the oysterman's net.
Kathleen Simonetta, Indian Trails Public Library District, Wheeling, IL
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Selkie
Published by
Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR) (edition ), 1999
ISBN 10: 0374367094
ISBN 13: 9780374367091
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Seller: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. McClure, Gillian (illustrator). It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Seller Inventory # 0374367094-11-1
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Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
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Hardback. Condition: Good. McClure, Gillian (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 00087619663
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Selkie
Published by
Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR), 1999
ISBN 10: 0374367094
ISBN 13: 9780374367091
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Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. McClure, Gillian (illustrator). Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0374367094I5N00
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Published by
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ISBN 10: 0374367094
ISBN 13: 9780374367091
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. McClure, Gillian (illustrator). May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0374367094I4N00
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Selkie
Published by
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ISBN 10: 0374367094
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. McClure, Gillian (illustrator). Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0374367094I3N00
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. McClure, Gillian (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_449671905
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Hardback. Condition: Good. McClure, Gillian (illustrator). Seller Inventory # CIN0374367094G
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Selkie
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Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
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Condition: Very Good. McClure, Gillian (illustrator). 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. Seller Inventory # 12761713-6
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Seller: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
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Condition: Good. McClure, Gillian (illustrator). Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 9040341-6
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Selkie
Published by
Farrar, Straus & Giroux, 1999
ISBN 10: 0374367094
ISBN 13: 9780374367091
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. McClure, Gillian (illustrator). Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 9040341-6