"The Iron Woman" is a sequel to Ted Hughes' "The Iron Man." In this story, the Iron Woman emerges from the depths of the earth, furious about humanity's pollution and destruction of nature. She embodies the power of the natural world and becomes a force for change. As she encounters various characters, including children and animals affected by environmental degradation, she challenges humanity to confront its actions. The narrative weaves themes of ecology, redemption, and the relationship between humanity and nature, ultimately advocating for a more harmonious existence with the world around us. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book features in the following series: Faber Classics, Penguin, Penguin Faber Audiobooks .
There are 2 pages in this book. This book was published in 1996 by Penguin Random House Children's UK .
Ted Hughes was appointed Poet Laureate in 1994. His many volumes of poetry for adults include HAWK IN THE RAIN, ELMET, and MOORTOWN DIARY, and he has written widely for children, including three collections of stories, the first of which, HOW THE WHALE BECAME & OTHER STORIES, is published simultaneously in Penguin Audiobooks.
This book contains the following story:
The Iron Woman
Mankind has polluted the seas, lakes and rivers. The Iron Woman has come to take revenge. Lucy understands the Iron Woman's rage and she too wants to save the water creatures from their painful deaths. But she also wants to save her town from total destruction. She needs help. Who better to call on but Hogarth and the Iron Man...
This book features the following character:
Hogarth
This book features the character Hogarth.