Margaret Mahy: Down the Dragon's Tongue

By MARGIE THOMSON

This is a charming little story about Mr Prospero who, despite the fact that he sits at work beneath a sign declaring "You can do it!", has trouble unwinding sufficiently to enjoy his children.

But a long, shiny slide unleashes his buttons and unfurls his tie, and before you know it he's discovered the true joys of life.

HarperCollins

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