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The Welkin
Lucy Kirkwood
F17 M3
3.91 out of 5
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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 &#145;delightfully catchy and often witty' (<i>Telegraph</i>) 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 <i>Swallow</i>, 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.
'Warm hearted, affectionate and fun' - <i>Daily Telegraph</i>
'Perfect &#150; a brilliant feat of nerve and humour' - <i>Daily Mail</i>
'Full of wild adventure' - <i>Guardian</i>
'Infectious...
Helen Edmundson provides a sprightly script' - <i>Financial Times</i>