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The Snow Spider

Magician Trilogy 1

Jenny Nimmo

Lonely and isolated since the disappearance of his sister Bethan five years ago, Gwyn’s life takes a wonderfully magical turn on his ninth birthday when his grandmother gives him five intriguing gifts, one of which, a brooch, transforms into Arianwen, the snow spider. Age 8+

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Product information:
  • Publisher: Harper
  • Year: 2024
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 192pp
  • Illustrated: No
  • Dimensions: 196x128mm
  • ISBN: 9780008726638
  • Condition: New
  • Weight: 0.1kg
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546427
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A spine-tingling magical fantasy and modern classic from the author of Charlie Bone, Jenny Nimmo.




'Time to find out if you are a magician, Gwyn ...'



Gwyn's grandmother leaves him five gifts: a brooch, a piece of dried seaweed, a tin whistle, a scarf, and a broken toy horse. She tells him they will help make him a magician - but can Gwyn use them to bring his missing sister, Bethan, home?


The Snow Spider won the 1986 Smarties Grand Prix and it was awarded the Tir na n-Og Award in 1987.


Combining all of Jenny Nimmo's trademark elements - unusual but compelling characters, stunning magic and a rich, vibrant story - The Snow Spider is perfect for readers aged 8 and up and fans of Harry Potter, Moondial and Tom's Midnight Garden.


This edition features special bonus content, including an interview with Jenny Nimmo, a Welsh language glossary and the chance to find out about the Welsh legends that inspired the story.


'A heart-warming story full of wonder and magic' - Julia Eccleshare
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