{"product_id":"the-graveyard-book","title":"The Graveyard Book","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the bewitching, classic children’s novel \u003ci\u003eThe Graveyard Book\u003c\/i\u003e by Neil Gaiman, featuring spellbinding illustrations from Chris Riddell.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWINNER of the 2010 CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL and the 2009 JOHN NEWBERY MEDAL\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Graveyard Book\u003c\/i\u003e tells the story of a young boy named Nobody Owens, known to his friends as Bod. Raised in a graveyard by ghosts and other supernatural beings after his family is brutally murdered, Bod navigates his unconventional upbringing with courage and curiosity. With the help of his guardian, Silas, Bod learns about the mysterious world of the dead while trying to stay hidden from the menacing figure who is still searching for him—the man named Jack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBod’s life in the graveyard is filled with unique experiences and unusual education, learning life lessons from historical figures and encountering an array of mythical beings. He gains extraordinary abilities that allow him to fade from sight, influence dreams, and uncover the graveyard's many secrets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, the graveyard is not entirely safe. Bod encounters both thrilling adventures and chilling dangers within its ancient borders. But the true peril lies beyond the graveyard, in the world of the living where the man Jack awaits, posing a threat that looms over Bod's future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRichly woven with Gaiman's signature blend of humour, horror, and heart, \u003ci\u003eThe Graveyard Book\u003c\/i\u003e is a tale that explores themes of family, growth, and the contrasts between life and death. With captivating illustrations by Chris Riddell, this novel is a masterful narrative that resonates with readers of all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e‘Every page is crowded with invention, both funny and scary’ \u003c\/b\u003ePATRICK NESS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e‘A tale of unforgettable enchantment’\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eNEW YORK TIMES\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWINNER OF THE LOCUS YOUNG ADULT AWARD\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWINNER OF THE HUGO BEST NOVEL PRIZE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWINNER OF THE BOOKTRUST TEENAGE AWARD\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45760048103660,"sku":"9780747594802","price":20.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780747594802.jpg?v=1726987149","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/the-graveyard-book","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}