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The Wooden Treasure Trade Book (Paperback)

Written & Illustrated by Frédéric Marais

Critically Reviewed

Long ago, in a country far away, a mysterious stranger surprises a poor boy with an unusual gift: wooden chess pieces. With this unexpected treasure, the boy embarks on a world of adventure. What will he discover? This picture book is based on the true story of young Indian chess...

Full Description

Long ago, in a country far away, a mysterious stranger surprises a poor boy with an unusual gift: wooden chess pieces. With this unexpected treasure, the boy embarks on a world of adventure. What will he discover? This picture book is based on the true story of young Indian chess master Mir Malik Sultan Khan who thrilled the world with his masterful play during his brief competitive career.

Product Details

Sku WW - NL5688
Age 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Theme Narrative Fiction
Series Reycraft Books
Product Variation National
Language English
Lexile level 920L
Genre Historical Fiction

Author & Illustrator

Frédéric Marais

Frédéric Marais is a pupil of the abstract painter Vera Braun-Lengyel. Before becoming an author and illustrator, Marais studied graphic arts and art history and was the artistic director of an advertising agency.

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