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Selina Hastings weaves a whimsical yet haunting story about a man obsessed with immortality. He endures several hundred years of relentless longevity, but eventually a cunning Death convinces him to join the ultimate journey. The narrative blends folklore with the stark truths of life and death, inviting young readers to ponder the limits of time and the inevitability of endings.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Selina Hastings
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