Gracie, the Lighthouse Cat

Paperback | 3 February 2011 | Edition Number 1

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The story of national heroine Grace Darling is made accessible for children by a master of the picture book genre.

One stormy night, Grace Darling, the lighthouse keeper's daughter, spots a ship in trouble on the rocks. At the same time, the lighthouse cat, Gracie, spots that a kitten from her new litter has strayed. Grace and Gracie both hurry to the rescue, braving the rain and storm. Grace alerts her father and together they take out the lifeboat; Gracie ventures into the dark night and howling wind looking and listening everywhere for her kitten.

Ruth Brown is famous for her appealing drawings of animals and nature and, here, beautiful full page paintings tell the dramatic dual story with power and pathos.

From the Hardcover edition.

Industry Reviews

"The Times vote it one of the best stories of the season claiming - It's detailed drawings are fabulous." -- Amanda Craig * The Times *
"Painterly and vigorous illustrations. The strong and loving cat provides a good way into the larger tale of human courage." -- Julia Eccleshare * The Guardian *
"Illustrated with lush, expressive paintings." * New York Times Book Review *
"Wonderfully painted images... this is a delightful read for both adults and young children alike." -- Amy Rutter * The Cat Magazine *
"Each double page spread atmospherically conveys urgent haste, wind-lashed gales, desperate searches or warming rescue. Great for sharing." -- Carolyn Boyd * The School Librarian *

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