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Street Child
Published: 2016
Great for age 9-12 years
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The unforgettable tale of an orphan in Victorian London, based on the boy whose plight inspired Dr Barnardo to found his famous childrens homes. When his mother dies, Jim Jarvis is left all alone in London. He is sent to the workhouse but quickly escapes, choosing a hard life on the streets of the city over the confines of the workhouse walls. Struggling to survive, Jim finally finds some friends only to be snatched away and made to work for the remorselessly cruel Grimy Nick, constantly guarded by his vicious dog, Snipe. Will Jim ever manage to be free?
This book features in the following series: Collins, Collins Drama, Collins Modern Classics, Collins Plays Plus, Essential Modern Classics, Galaxy Children's Large Print, Harpercollins Children's Modern Classics, New Windmills Ks3 .
This book has been graded for interest at 9-11 years.
This book was published in 2016 by HarperCollins Publishers .
Berlie Doherty is an English novelist, poet, playwright and screenwriter. Doherty has won many awards, including the Carnegie Medal twice.
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This book is in the following series:
Essential Modern Classics
The "Essential Modern Classics" series is a collection of children's literature published by Puffin Books, designed to introduce young readers to significant works of modern literature. The series features a selection of beloved stories that have become classics in their own right and includes a range of genres, from fantasy and adventure to contemporary fiction. The books are tailored for children aged 8 and up, making them suitable for middle-grade readers and explore themes such as friendship, courage, family, adventure, and self-discovery.
This book features the following character:
Thomas John London Barnardo
This book features Thomas John London Barnardo.
