Status
Available
Publication
Coward - McCann Inc (1962), Hardcover
Description
In his new home a young boy finds twelve old wooden soldiers with definite personalities and a fascinating history that once belonged to the famous Brontë children.
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A young boy's discovery of twelve wooden soldiers that once belonged to the Brontë children leads to an exciting adventure. Awarded the 1962 Carnegie Medal for the outstanding children's book by an English author.
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Awards
Lewis Carroll Shelf Award (1963)
Yoto Carnegie Medal for Writing (Nominee — 1962)
IBBY Honour Book (1964)
Language
Original publication date
1962
Physical description
8.1 inches