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From a brand-new picture book duo, this is a striking and unique story perfect for little people interested in climate awareness and looking after nature.  

McDarkly lives quietly all on his own, growing orchids in his dank swamp, until one day his peace is disturbed by an arrogant king who wants to turn the swamp into a roller-skate park. McDarkly has ten days to prove that the swamp isn't damp and dark, but an enchanted world. Can he do it, or will he risk losing his home forever? 

 

King of the Swamp

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    A Paperback / softback by Catherine Emmett, Ben Mantle

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      Publisher Simon & Schuster Ltd
      Published 20 August 2020
      ISBN-13 9781471181696
      978-1471181696
      ISBN-10 1471181693
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      Earth Sciences, Geography & Environment Social impact of environmental issues

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      From a brand-new picture book duo, this is a striking and unique story perfect for little people interested in climate awareness and looking after nature.  

      McDarkly lives quietly all on his own, growing orchids in his dank swamp, until one day his peace is disturbed by an arrogant king who wants to turn the swamp into a roller-skate park. McDarkly has ten days to prove that the swamp isn't damp and dark, but an enchanted world. Can he do it, or will he risk losing his home forever? 

       

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