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Kestrel for a Knave

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4 out of 5
Based on 877 Ratings and 68 Reviews

Book Description
One of the 'New Windmills' series offering classic and contemporary fiction for schools to suit a range of ages and tastes. Determined not to follow his brother down the pit, Billy Casper is floundering at school and under pressure at home, but the wild hawk he finds and trains gives him a direction and passion.
Book Information
PublisherHeinemann
BindingHardcover (5 editions)
Reading LevelYoung Adults
# of Pages184
ISBN-100435124609
ISBN-13978-0435124601
Publication Date04/25/1996
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About Barry Hines (Author) : Barry Hines is a published author of young adult books. Published credits of Barry Hines include A "Kestrel for a Knave", A Kestrel for a Knave (York Notes), New Windmills: A Kestrel for a Knave (New ... more
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