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Arthur Ransome's famous and much-loved children's classic is brought thrillingly to life in Helen Edmundson's wonderfully theatrical adaptation, with 'delightfully catchy and often witty' (Telegraph) songs by Neil Hannon of The Divine Comedy

When John, Susan, Titty and Roger are granted their wish to set sail on their beloved boat Swallow, they know it will be the summer holiday of a lifetime. But their adventure truly begins when they encounter Nancy and Peggy, the self-proclaimed Amazon Pirates, and the dastardly Captain Flint.

This adaptation was first performed at the Bristol Old Vic in 2010. It had its West End premiere in 2011.

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Arthur Ransome was a prolific writer of children's books. Born in Leeds in 1884, it was his father, a nature-loving history professor, who inspired his love of the outdoors and nurtured a passion for fishing. As a child he enjoyed active, outdoor holidays: sailing, camping and exploring the countryside. He used many of these holiday settings for his children's stories, notably the much loved Swallows and Amazons, a book that sits comfortably in the category of "timeless classic" and remains one of his most popular titles for young people.

It is the wholesome story of four young children, John, Susan, Titty and Roger, who set out in their boat (the Swallow of the title) to an island of adventure. All seems well until they encounter their enemy. At first they are angry at the invasion of their peaceful haven by these Amazon pirates, Nancy and Peggy, who claim ownership of the land. But in time a truce is called and the Swallows and Amazons become firm friends. Camping under open skies, swimming in clear water, fishing, exploring and making discoveries is the stuff of dreams which serves to make this so charming a tale. The author manages to capture the innocence of a time when all this was real and possible. Swallows and Amazons will transport children to a fantastical place where they can play safely and roam freely, without an adult in sight.

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Theatrical magic. A terrific production... warm hearted, affectionate and fun. --Daily Telegraph

A triumph - A thing of beauty. Observer

Perfect. A brilliant feat of nerve and humour. --The Times

Helen Edmunson's adaptation for the stage does an incredible job of translating this romantic idyll for a modern audience...A celebration of the power of the imagination. The Stage

Neil Hannon of The Divine Comedy supplies songs that in their comic eccentricity suit the show perfectly...An imaginative tiumph. --Daily Express

A triumph - A thing of beauty. Observer

Perfect. A brilliant feat of nerve and humour. --The Times

Helen Edmunson's adaptation for the stage does an incredible job of translating this romantic idyll for a modern audience...A celebration of the power of the imagination. --The Stage

Neil Hannon of The Divine Comedy supplies songs that in their comic eccentricity suit the show perfectly...An imaginative tiumph. --Daily Express

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  • PublisherNick Hern Books
  • Publication date2011
  • ISBN 10 1848422377
  • ISBN 13 9781848422377
  • BindingPaperback
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