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The Ghost of Thomas Kempe

Published
Dec 1986
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General Fiction General Fiction
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192

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The classic ghost story from Penelope Lively, one of the modern greats of British fiction for adults and children alike.When James'' family moves to a ancient cottage in Oxfordshire (with grounds that are great for excavations and trees that are perfect for climbing), it doesn''t take long for odd things to stard happening. Doors crash open and strange signs appear, written in an archaic hand. James soon discovers the culprit: a ghost! It''s the spirit of Thomas Kempe, a 17th century apothecary who wants James to be his apprentice. The problem? No one else believes in ghosts. It''s up to James to get rid of him... An iconic ghost story for children, The Ghost of Thomas Kempe is adored by generations of readers.

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First Edition Dec 1986 Berkley ISBN 0425094197
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Sep 1995 Puffin ISBN 0140377948
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Aug 2012 Egmont Books (UK) ISBN 1405225424
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Mar 2018 Egmont Books (UK) ISBN 1405288744
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Sep 1973 Dutton ISBN 0525304959
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Jan 1995 Turtleback Books ISBN 0606075631
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Mar 2002 BBC Audiobooks ISBN 1855491427
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