Melric and the Sorcerer

Publisher: Andersen Press

The king wants his magician, Melric, to make him more powerful but Melric keeps telling him that more power will not make him happier. Instead of listening, the King invites Sondrak the sorcerer over to see if he will help grant his wish. Melric soon realises that the sorcerer is up to no good - but how can he get rid of him without making the king angry?

David McKee’s stories are a joy to read. Each page is bursting with gorgeous, detailed illustrations that not only bring the tale to life, but tell stories of their own. Children will delight in spotting all the activities taking place in the colourful spreads, making this a staple for any bookshelf – be it in the classroom or at home

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