Elizabeth Laird
Author
Publisher
HarperCollins
Pub. Date
2011
Formats
Description
In seventeenth-century Scotland, saying the wrong thing can lead to banishment—or worse. Accused of being a witch, sixteen-year-old Maggie Blair is sentenced to be hanged. She escapes, but instead of finding shelter with her principled, patriotic uncle, she brings disaster to his door.
Betrayed by one of her own accusers, Maggie must try to save her uncle and his family from the king's men, even if she has to risk her own life in the
Author
Publisher
Crocodile Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Description
"Seven wise and wonderful stories, showing how peace and kindness can make our world a better place. These inspirational, timeless stories are from Ethiopia, Sudan, Palestine, Yemen, Afghanistan, Syria -- plus a rare Uighur story from China. Beautifully told by renowned storyteller Elizabeth Laird, with stunning illustrations by the internationally acclaimed Iranian artist, Mehrdokht Amini"--Back cover.