The 39 Steps
By (Author) Russell Punter
Illustrated by Matteo Pincelli
Usborne Publishing Ltd
Usborne Publishing Ltd
5th May 2011
United Kingdom
Children
Fiction
823.92
Hardback
64
Width 139mm, Height 199mm, Spine 11mm
210g
A new title in Young Reading, Series Three, based on the classic novel by John Buchan. Aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories.Age 7+
Based on the classic adventure-thriller by John Buchan. Richard Hannay is in a race against time. Can he crack the code that could prevent an invasion Or will the ruthless agents of the sinister Black Stone get to him first Is anywhere safe Whom can he trust And just what is the secret of the 39 steps Part of Series Three of the Usborne Reading Programme, for children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer, more complex stories. Includes fascinating facts about the story.
'Irresistible for children learning to read' - Child Education Plus; 'The Usborne Young Reading Program has a lovely selection of classic tales adapted for younger readers. Graded in seven levels, these have just enough stretch in them and yet are not too overwhelming' - The Irish Sunday Independent; 'Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme' - Julia Eccleshare
Russell Punter was born in Bedfordshire, England. As a boy he enjoyed writing and illustrating his own stories. He later trained as a graphic designer before entering publishing. Since then, he has written over ninety books for children, including original fiction and adaptations of classic novels