Figgie Hobbin is a charming tale set in a small village in Cornwall, focusing on a lively young girl named Figgie. Known for her adventurous spirit and imaginative nature, Figgie faces various challenges that test her courage and determination. The story revolves around her relationships with the villagers, the enchanting landscapes of her home, and her journey towards self-discovery. Through vivid storytelling and poetic language, Charles Causley captures the essence of childhood, community, and the magic of everyday life, making Figgie's adventures both relatable and inspiring for readers of all ages. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 96 pages in this book.

It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.

This book was published in 2002 by Pan Macmillan .

Charles Causley was born in Cornwall, and apart from six years spent in the Royal Navy during the Second World War, lived there all his life. He was one of Britain's foremost poets, writing for both adults and children. He was awarded the Queen's Gold Medal for Poetry in 1967 and appointed CBE in 1986. In 1987 he won the Kurt Maschler Award for Jack the Treacle Eater and in 1990 the Ingersoll/T. S. Eliot Award of America. Charles Causley died in 2003.