The Shadow-Cage And Other Supernatural Tales
No. of pages 160
Published: 1978
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"The Shadow-Cage And Other Supernatural Tales" by Philippa Pearce is a collection of eerie and enchanting stories that delve into the realms of the supernatural. Each tale weaves a unique narrative, exploring themes of mystery, fear, and the unknown through the eyes of young protagonists. Characters encounter shadowy figures, ancient customs, and unexpected twists that challenge their understanding of reality. Pearce's masterful storytelling blends the ordinary with the extraordinary, inviting readers into a world where the line between the natural and the supernatural blurs, leaving them both captivated and unsettled. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 160 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 1978 by Penguin Random House Children's UK .
Philippa Pearce was a beloved children's writer. Her titles include Here Comes Tod, Minnow on the Say, The Battle of Bubble and Squeak (Winner of the Whitbread Children's Book Award) and the classic Tom's Midnight Garden, for which she was awarded the Carnegie Medal. Philippa passed away in 2006.