
Kid
Peter Carnavas(Author)
Pushkin Children's Books (Publisher)
Will be published approx. on 13. August 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
240 pages
978-1-78269-609-4 (ISBN)
Description
Kid doesn't remember his parents, but all the other farm animals tell him that they were the bravest goats ever. They left on a daring adventure when he was just a baby, and Kid has always believed they were simply too busy adventuring to return - though one day, he's sure, they'll come looking for him.
But then Kid learns about Farm Law. Enforced by the terrifying ruler of the farm, Ma, the law forbids any animal who crosses the fence from ever coming back.
Certain his parents are waiting for him, Kid decides to go on an adventure of his own. Along with his best friend, Harriet the Pig, and Audrey, the kindly chicken who raised him, he ventures beyond the farm fence. But the wild is unfamiliar and unpredictable, and may push even the bravest little goat to his limits...
But then Kid learns about Farm Law. Enforced by the terrifying ruler of the farm, Ma, the law forbids any animal who crosses the fence from ever coming back.
Certain his parents are waiting for him, Kid decides to go on an adventure of his own. Along with his best friend, Harriet the Pig, and Audrey, the kindly chicken who raised him, he ventures beyond the farm fence. But the wild is unfamiliar and unpredictable, and may push even the bravest little goat to his limits...
Reviews / Votes
--Praise for Leo and Ralph * -- * Enchanting * Telegraph Best Books of 2025 * A superb new novel... Carnavas is a wonderful, warm-hearted writer, and manages to filter every nugget of philosophy through the eyes of his child narrator * Telegraph, 5-star review * Heartfelt, moving, poignant, uplifting, sensitive, gentle ... these are all words to describe this stunning story * Mini Travellers * --Praise for The Elephant * - * A beautiful book - not just heartwarming but heart healing -- Chris Riddell A touching tale... graceful, profound * New Statesman * A poignant exploration of grief and the healing power of love and determination -- Sophie Anderson, author of 'The House with Chicken Legs'More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Pushkin Press
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 7 to 9 years
Product notice
Paperback (UK-B)
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 129 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-78269-609-4 (9781782696094)
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Person
Peter Carnavas writes and illustrates books for children. His books have been widely published across the world and have won many awards, including a Queensland Literary Award and the Patricia Wrightson Prize for Children's Literature at the NSW Premier's Literary Awards. Peter lives on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, with his wife, two daughters, a dog and cat.