A Hero's Quest

A Hero's Quest - The Tale of Despereaux

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Publisher's Synopsis

The heroic adventures of a mouse named Despereaux who isn't afraid of anything-not mousetraps, not the school principal, not even the deepest, darkest dungeon. In this full-color storybook, with special appeal for boys, Despereaux braves the evil Botticelli and a pack of hungry rats, and discovers that even the tiniest mouse can find the courage of a knight in shining armor.

Kate DiCamillo's literary classic about Despereaux Tilling has enchanted children and adults around the globe. In this tale of bravery, forgiveness and redemption, one small creature teaches a kingdom that it takes only a little light to show the truth: What you look like doesn't equal what you are. Published in 23 languages, with more than 2 million copies in print, a New York Times #1 bestseller and winner of the Newbery Medal, The Tale of Despereaux is now animated adventure from Universal Pictures.

THE TALE OF DESPEREAUX is a trademark and copyright of Universal Studios. Licensed by Universal Studios Licensing LLLP. All Rights Reserved.

Book information

ISBN: 9780763640804
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Imprint: Candlewick
Pub date:
DEWEY: 813.6
DEWEY edition: 22
Language: English
Number of pages: 32
Weight: 68g
Height: 203mm
Width: 203mm
Spine width: 2mm