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Tumbleweed ISBN: 9780141302386
King-Smith, Dick
Published by Puffin
A very funny story about Sir Tumbleweed, an awkward, fearful knight, who longs to be brave but doesn't know how. Help is at hand from a friendly witch, who conjures up a lion, a unicorn, and, ultimately, an hilarious Welsh dragon, known as Jones the Jet. Their adventures turn Sir Tumbleweed into the cockiest of brave knights until he realises that it is his friends who have done all the work. When he finally becomes brave of his own accord, to rescue a damsel in distress (the witch), his reward is the witch's hand in marriage. Of course, he has turned her into a fair lady with a kiss. In time-honoured fashion, they all live happily ever after. The wry humour makes this a winner.
Age: 8+