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Buddy Bailey, a ten-year-old boy from Colorado, inadvertently wishes himself into an alternate world and into an altered state. He is not only transported to the strange and fantastic lands of the Kingdom of Mangonel, but he is also transformed into a grizzly bear cub. Stranded in an unfamiliar place and in a body he is equally unfamiliar with, Buddy is forced to roam the land in search for a way home. During his search, he encounters a myriad of characters. He eventually befriends a fox and a mischievous raccoon. They quickly become his closest friends and allies. Together they discover the…mehr

Produktbeschreibung
Buddy Bailey, a ten-year-old boy from Colorado, inadvertently wishes himself into an alternate world and into an altered state. He is not only transported to the strange and fantastic lands of the Kingdom of Mangonel, but he is also transformed into a grizzly bear cub. Stranded in an unfamiliar place and in a body he is equally unfamiliar with, Buddy is forced to roam the land in search for a way home. During his search, he encounters a myriad of characters. He eventually befriends a fox and a mischievous raccoon. They quickly become his closest friends and allies. Together they discover the people and secrets of Mangonel. This is a fantasy adventure of a boy who learns many valuable lessons during his adventures. The entire experience proves to be more than a homeward journey, but also a pathway to growing older and wiser. Little life lessons are strewn throughout the stories. The design of this book is multifaceted. It is meant to stimulate the mind, enhance the vocabulary of younger readers, and provide an intermediate step into more advanced novels.
Autorenporträt
Jack Scherm is a prolific author and Navy veteran from the Vietnam era. After a diverse career post-military, he channeled his rich experiences into writing. His debut children's novel, The Kingdom of Mangonel, captivated young minds with its lessons and narrative. This success led to the sequel, The Kingdom of Mangonel, the Land Beyond. Venturing into action and drama, Jack penned Raptor, showcasing his versatility as a writer. Leaving the New Jersey shore for North Carolina, he continues to write with the support of his loving wife. With 46 years of marriage and two sons, Jack's family life fuels his narrative inspirations.