Articoli correlati a The Tin Snail
This is the story of a brave little car that helped to win a war.
In the 1940s world of elegant, luxury automobiles, the Tin Snail is no beauty. But it’s facing a tough challenge:
to carry a farmer and his wife,
a flagon of wine
and a tray of eggs
across a bumpy field in a sleepy French village
– without spilling a drop or cracking a shell.
And then an even bigger challenge comes along – staying hidden from an officer of the occupying Nazi army, who is bent on stealing the design for the enemy!
Loosely inspired by real events, with ingredients from the best children’s favourites (a dash of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, a pinch of HUGO, and a sprinkling of DAD’S ARMY) this debut novel from successful screenwriter Cameron McAllister is set to be a classic hit and a fun, big-hearted read for the whole family.
In the 1940s world of elegant, luxury automobiles, the Tin Snail is no beauty. But it’s facing a tough challenge:
to carry a farmer and his wife,
a flagon of wine
and a tray of eggs
across a bumpy field in a sleepy French village
– without spilling a drop or cracking a shell.
And then an even bigger challenge comes along – staying hidden from an officer of the occupying Nazi army, who is bent on stealing the design for the enemy!
Loosely inspired by real events, with ingredients from the best children’s favourites (a dash of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, a pinch of HUGO, and a sprinkling of DAD’S ARMY) this debut novel from successful screenwriter Cameron McAllister is set to be a classic hit and a fun, big-hearted read for the whole family.
Le informazioni nella sezione "Riassunto" possono far riferimento a edizioni diverse di questo titolo.
Recensione:
"Charming" (Guardian)
"I honestly never thought I’d find myself reading, let alone taken with, a book about the making of a French motor car but The Tin Snail by Cameron McAllister is a thoroughly engaging read. It manages to turn the struggle to invent the Citroen as the first people’s car, and then to keep its design from the German invaders, into a story of the Resistance, which is saying something. Plus it has a human element: the plot revolves round the designer’s young son, and his wan hopes that the car will help his parents stay together. Illustrated with panache in pen and ink by Sam Usher." (Spectator)
"Feel-good, funny, romping, filmic adventure" (Sunday Times)
"A fresh and madcap novel . . . Half-silly, half-serious and full of human interest, The Tin Snail brings 10- to 14-year-olds into endearing and unusual company." (Wall Street Journal)
"McAllister effectively turns what could have been a humdrum story about car design into a real page-turner and a daring tale . . . A feel-good story about the French Resistance that might very well inspire more than a few designers and engineers." (School Library Journal)
Descrizione del libro:
"I honestly never thought I’d find myself reading, let alone taken with, a book about the making of a French motor car but The Tin Snail by Cameron McAllister is a thoroughly engaging read. It manages to turn the struggle to invent the Citroen as the first people’s car, and then to keep its design from the German invaders, into a story of the Resistance, which is saying something. Plus it has a human element: the plot revolves round the designer’s young son, and his wan hopes that the car will help his parents stay together. Illustrated with panache in pen and ink by Sam Usher." (Spectator)
"Feel-good, funny, romping, filmic adventure" (Sunday Times)
"A fresh and madcap novel . . . Half-silly, half-serious and full of human interest, The Tin Snail brings 10- to 14-year-olds into endearing and unusual company." (Wall Street Journal)
"McAllister effectively turns what could have been a humdrum story about car design into a real page-turner and a daring tale . . . A feel-good story about the French Resistance that might very well inspire more than a few designers and engineers." (School Library Journal)
The heart-warming and fascinating story of how a 13 year-old boy invented the first "people's car"!
Le informazioni nella sezione "Su questo libro" possono far riferimento a edizioni diverse di questo titolo.
- EditoreJonathan Cape
- Data di pubblicazione2014
- ISBN 10 0857551299
- ISBN 13 9780857551290
- RilegaturaCopertina rigida
- Numero di pagine400
- Valutazione libreria
Compra usato
Condizioni: molto buonoThe book has been read, but is... Scopri di più su questo articolo
EUR 2,58
Spese di spedizione:
EUR 5,63
Da: Regno Unito a: U.S.A.
I migliori risultati di ricerca su AbeBooks
Foto dell'editore
The Tin Snail
Editore:
RHCP Digital
ISBN 10: 0857551299
ISBN 13: 9780857551290
Antico o usato
Paperback
Quantità: 6
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Codice articolo GOR005915029
Compra usato
EUR 2,58
Convertire valuta
Foto dell'editore
The Tin Snail
Editore:
RHCP Digital
ISBN 10: 0857551299
ISBN 13: 9780857551290
Antico o usato
Rilegato
Quantità: 1
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Condizione: Very Good. 1710277402. 3/12/2024 9:03:22 PM. Codice articolo U9780857551290
Compra usato
EUR 3,93
Convertire valuta
Immagini fornite dal venditore
The Tin Snail
Editore:
Jonathan Cape
ISBN 10: 0857551299
ISBN 13: 9780857551290
Antico o usato
Rilegato
Quantità: 1
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Condizione: VeryGood. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. Codice articolo wbs8162608102
Compra usato
EUR 1,51
Convertire valuta
Immagini fornite dal venditore
The Tin Snail
Editore:
Jonathan Cape
ISBN 10: 0857551299
ISBN 13: 9780857551290
Antico o usato
Rilegato
Quantità: 1
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Condizione: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. Ex library copy with usual stamps & stickers. Codice articolo wbs1430079483
Compra usato
EUR 1,51
Convertire valuta
Foto dell'editore
The Tin Snail
Editore:
Jonathan Cape
(2014)
ISBN 10: 0857551299
ISBN 13: 9780857551290
Antico o usato
Rilegato
Quantità: 1
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Hardcover. Condizione: Used; Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages. Codice articolo CHL9568463
Compra usato
EUR 2,31
Convertire valuta
Foto dell'editore
The Tin Snail
Editore:
Penguin Random House
(2014)
ISBN 10: 0857551299
ISBN 13: 9780857551290
Antico o usato
Rilegato
Quantità: 2
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Condizione: Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Codice articolo GRP82608841
Compra usato
EUR 5,39
Convertire valuta
Foto dell'editore
The Tin Snail
Editore:
Penguin Random House
(2014)
ISBN 10: 0857551299
ISBN 13: 9780857551290
Antico o usato
Rilegato
Quantità: 1
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Condizione: Very Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Codice articolo 8501119-6
Compra usato
EUR 5,39
Convertire valuta
Immagini fornite dal venditore
The Tin Snail
Editore:
Jonathan Cape, London
(2014)
ISBN 10: 0857551299
ISBN 13: 9780857551290
Antico o usato
Rilegato
Prima edizione
Quantità: 1
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Sam Usher (illustratore). 1st Edition. 388pp. One of the new generation of fact based novels. An account of the development of the French people's car, the 2CV, during the second world war and the emotions around its development. In clean and sound condition. please email with any queries that you may have regarding this book. 6"x8.5" 388 p. Book. Codice articolo 021477
Compra usato
EUR 4,84
Convertire valuta