{"product_id":"9780241340370","title":"The Complete Borrowers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Complete Borrowers\u003c\/strong\u003e is a delightful compilation of the enchanting tales of the Borrowers, crafted by the imaginative minds at Penguin Random House Children's UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of these stories lies \u003cit\u003eArietty Clock\u003c\/it\u003e, a Borrower—a minute person who lives discreetly within the walls of a human household. Accompanied by her resourceful father, Pod, they engage in the daily art of 'borrowing' essential items from the unsuspecting 'human beans.' Their existence is a fragile balance of stealth and adventure, but everything changes when Arietty forms an unlikely friendship with a human boy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis relationship opens the door to a world filled with both wonder and peril. Readers will follow Arietty and her family as they navigate the complexities of their dual existence, leading to a series of thrilling escapades that explore themes of friendship, courage, and the quest for belonging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes and Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImagination and Adventure:\u003c\/strong\u003e The stories are rich in imaginative detail, inviting young readers to explore the hidden lives of the Borrowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFriendship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arietty's bond with the human boy serves as a poignant exploration of connection beyond societal barriers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily and Loyalty:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Clock family's loyalty to one another highlights the importance of family ties in times of danger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe writing style is both whimsical and engaging, offering a blend of humour and poignancy that resonates with readers of all ages. Fans of classic children's literature, as well as those who enjoyed \u003cit\u003eThe Wind in the Willows\u003c\/it\u003e or \u003cit\u003eCharlotte's Web\u003c\/it\u003e, will find themselves captivated by the adventures of the Borrowers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Children's UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53481910829388,"sku":"9780241340370","price":15.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9780241340370_front.webp?v=1765276338","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/de-eu\/products\/9780241340370","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}