
The Ghost of Alloway
Rosemary Weis(Author)
Xulon Press
Published on 31. October 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
132 pages
978-1-4984-1241-4 (ISBN)
Description
Meet Sir James who is off to join George Washington's army after hiding his family's treasure. Watch as the returning Revolutionary War soldier transforms into the charming Ghost of Alloway who takes to roaming the countryside. Join in the laughter as he scares the town bully and becomes an invisible guardian to young Willie. Chuckle as the ghost encounters Andrew, a thief, who is determined to get to the treasure ahead of him. Step into the past and enjoy the adventures of The Ghost of Alloway! The Ghost of Alloway is an entertaining journey through early colonial America. The story invites young readers into the daily challenges and struggles of early colonists, giving them a taste of a young America. Shall it be coffee or tea in the new United States? He travels from his beloved Alloway, New Jersey to and from White Plains, New York, noting the many changes after our country's independence. It is an enchanting historical story based on an old folklore.
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Language
English
Target group
Children/juvenile
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 7 mm
Weight
186 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4984-1241-4 (9781498412414)
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