But Skellig is far more than he at first appears, and as he helps Michael breathe life into his tiny sister, Michael’s world changes for ever. With his new friend Mina, Michael nourishes Skellig back to health, while his baby sister languishes in the hospital. A strange creature – part owl, part angel, a being who needs Michael’s help if he is to survive. Then he stumbles into the old, ramshackle garage, and finds something magical. When a move to a new house coincides with his baby sister’s illness, Michael’s world seems suddenly lonely and uncertain. Skellig Award-winning by David Almond (author) Product description Product Details Available in these packs Activities & resources Reviews Similar items. – Skellig: a life – how the novel has transcended the page to become an opera and a film. – the poetry of Skellig – two complete William Blake poems – exclusive first UK publication of the short story that links Skellig with Mina – essays by David Almond on the conception and writing of Skellig To celebrate 15 year of this internationally successful, multi-award-winning novel, a beautiful clothbound edition, with newly commissioned artwork, and special features:
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