Goodnight Mister Tom

Puffin Classics presents a timeless story for every child. This edition of Michelle Magorian's acclaimed novel, Goodnight Mister Tom, transports readers to Britain in 1940 amidst the turmoil of World War Two.

The narrative follows eight-year-old Willie Beech, an evacuee sent from the city to the countryside for safety. Upon arriving at Tom Oakley's doorstep, both are uncertain of what to expect. Willie, having endured terrible poverty, is shy and unprepared for village life. However, the gruff yet kind 'Mister Tom' takes him under his wing, forging an unbreakable bond that neither could have predicted.

Winner of the Guardian Children's Fiction Award, Goodnight Mister Tom is a beautifully told and deeply moving story exploring the power of friendship, kindness, hope, and love.

Key Features:

• A deeply moving story about friendship and kindness.
• Set against the backdrop of World War Two.
• Winner of the Guardian Children's Fiction Award.
• Part of the Puffin Classics collection.

Specifications:

• Author: Michelle Magorian
• Binding: Paperback
• Publisher: Puffin
• Publication Date: 3 July 2014
• Edition: 1st
• Language: English
• Print Length: 384 pages
• ISBN 10: 0141354801
• ISBN 13: 978-0141354804
• Item Weight: 265 g
• Dimensions: 12.9 x 2.3 x 19.8 cm
• Reading Age: 9+ years

This Puffin paperback edition is ideal for young readers aged 9 and above, offering a compelling glimpse into a significant historical period through a heartwarming tale of connection.