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  • Imprint: Kingston Publishers Ltd.
  • Publication Date: 1 January 1992
  • Copyright Year: 1992
  • ISBN: 9789766250492
  • Page Count: 42
  • Dimensions: 8.05" x 8.05"
  • Interest ages: 3-8

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Ptolemy Turtle

by Mélisande Potter-Hall

Ptolemy Turtle is an imaginative coming of age story set in the rich and vibrant culture of Jamaica.

Ptolemy Turtle lived on the edge of the White River under a heavenly allspice tree. All around were the sweet colours of Jamaica.

Young Ptolemy gets hit on the head by a falling breadfruit and discovers why he loves watermelon. Dazed by the blow he sees visions of angels and learns the importance of politeness and the ability to reason.

Ptolemy Turtle is an imaginative coming of age story set in the rich and vibrant culture of Jamaica.

About the Author

Mélisande Potter-Hall

MELISANDE POTTER-HALL wrote her first childrens book in 1971 in which she received an Ingram Merrill literary award. Since then she has written many children's stories.'

Subjects (BISAC)

JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Turtles & Tortoises, JUVENILE FICTION / Family / General (see also headings under Social Themes)

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