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In this science‑fiction tale, a fearsome iron giant initially appears menacing. When confronted with a colossal space monster, the giant rises to the occasion, overcoming fear to become a hero. The story is pitched for primary and intermediate readers, offering adventure and a clear moral lesson about courage and transformation.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Science Fiction/Space Opera
Authors: Ted Hughes
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