When Marnie Was There by Joan G. Robinson (English) Paperback Book

Description: When Marnie Was There by Joan G. Robinson A major motion picture adaptation by Studio Ghibli, creators of SPIRITED AWAY and ARRIETTY.Anna hasnt a friend in the world – until she meets Marnie among the sand dunes. But Marnie isnt all she seems… FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A major motion picture adaptation by Studio Ghibli, creators of SPIRITED AWAY and ARRIETTY.Anna hasnt a friend in the world – until she meets Marnie among the sand dunes. But Marnie isnt all she seems… Sent away from her foster home one long, hot summer to a sleepy Norfolk village by the sea, Anna dreams her days away among the sandhills and marshes.She never expected to meet a friend like Marnie, someone who doesnt judge Anna for being ordinary and not-even-trying. But no sooner has Anna learned the loveliness of friendship than Marnie vanishes… Notes Anna hasnt a friend in the world - until she meets Marnie among the sand dunes. But Marnie isnt all she seems... Accompanies a major film adaptation of this classic evocative ghost story, by the Oscar-winning animators behind Spirited Away and Arrietty. Author Biography The second of four children of barrister parents, Joan Robinson spent her early childhood in Hampstead Garden Suburb. She went to seven schools, but passed no exams. Having always wanted to be an illustrator, she began with fourteen books for small children, and later moved on to older childrens fiction. She is internationally renowned for her TEDDY ROBINSON books. Review "Beautifully planned, hauntingly written, these chapters hold a thrilling intensity… The most striking novel in its genre since Toms Midnight Garden"Times Literary Supplement"Extraordinarily potent fantasy… the climax is both thrilling and intensely moving."The Spectator"Deeply perceptive"Childrens Book News Long Description A major motion picture adaptation by Studio Ghibli, creators of SPIRITED AWAY and ARRIETTY. Anna hasnt a friend in the world - until she meets Marnie among the sand dunes. But Marnie isnt all she seems... Sent away from her foster home one long, hot summer to a sleepy Norfolk village by the sea, Anna dreams her days away among the sandhills and marshes. She never expected to meet a friend like Marnie, someone who doesnt judge Anna for being ordinary and not-even-trying. But no sooner has Anna learned the loveliness of friendship than Marnie vanishes... Review Quote "Beautifully planned, hauntingly written, these chapters hold a thrilling intensity... The most striking novel in its genre since Toms Midnight Garden " -- Times Literary Supplement "Extraordinarily potent fantasy... the climax is both thrilling and intensely moving." -- The Spectator "Deeply perceptive" -- Childrens Book News Feature * A major motion picture by Oscar-winning animation creators Studio Ghibli - the home of SPIRITED AWAY and ARRIETTY. * Classic evocative ghost story for girls * Part of the bestselling Essential Modern Classics collection. * Shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal in 1968. * By the world-renowned author of TEDDY ROBINSON, Joan G. Robinson. * Original illustrations by Peggy Fortnum. Competition: Charlotte Sometimes;Toms Midnight Garden. Penelope Farmer;Philippa Pearce Description for Sales People A major motion picture adaptation by Studio Ghibli, creators of SPIRITED AWAY and ARRIETTY. Anna hasnt a friend in the world - until she meets Marnie among the sand dunes. But Marnie isnt all she seems... Sent away from her foster home one long, hot summer to a sleepy Norfolk village by the sea, Anna dreams her days away among the sandhills and marshes. She never expected to meet a friend like Marnie, someone who doesnt judge Anna for being ordinary and not-even-trying. But no sooner has Anna learned the loveliness of friendship than Marnie vanishes... Gold title * A major motion picture by Oscar-winning animation creators Studio Ghibli - the home of SPIRITED AWAY and ARRIETTY. * Classic evocative ghost story for girls * Part of the bestselling Essential Modern Classics collection. * Shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal in 1968. * By the world-renowned author of TEDDY ROBINSON, Joan G. Robinson. * Original illustrations by Peggy Fortnum. Competition: Charlotte Sometimes;Toms Midnight Garden. Penelope Farmer;Philippa Pearce Details ISBN0007591357 Author Joan G. Robinson Pages 288 Year 2014 ISBN-10 0007591357 ISBN-13 9780007591350 Format Paperback Media Book Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Publication Date 2014-07-31 Edition Film tie-in edition Audience Age 9-11 Series Essential Modern Classics DEWEY 823.914 Imprint HarperCollins Language English UK Release Date 2014-07-31 Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Alternative 9780007586868 Audience Educational: Primary & Secondary AU Release Date 2014-12-13 NZ Release Date 2015-01-19 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160740400;

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