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The Water Babies
Published: 1998
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"The Water Babies" by Julia McKenzie is a modern retelling of Charles Kingsley's classic tale. The story follows a young chimney sweep named Tom, who escapes his harsh life after a chance encounter with a mysterious water creature. As he embarks on a transformative journey through an enchanting underwater world, Tom discovers lessons of kindness, compassion, and redemption. Alongside a cast of whimsical characters, he faces trials that challenge his understanding of right and wrong. Ultimately, the story explores themes of freedom, identity, and the beauty of nature, inviting readers to reflect on their own journeys of growth and change. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is part of a book series called Bbc Radio Collection .
This book was published in 1998 by AudioGO Limited .
Kingsley resigned from Cambridge in 1869 and between 1870 and 1873 was canon of Chester cathedral. He was appointed canon of Westminster cathedral in 1873 and remained there until his death in 1875. Berlie Doherty is an English novelist, poet, playwright and screenwriter. Doherty has won many awards, including the Carnegie Medal twice.
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