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A stunning full-colour edition with illustrations by Chris Mould bring this Ted Hughes classic to life. For fans of The Wild Robot, and perfect for reading aloud.

The Iron Man came to the top of the cliff.
Where had he come from? Nobody knows.
How was he made? Nobody knows.

The Iron Man is causing destruction everywhere he goes, and humankind are setting a trap to stop him. But one little boy realises that the Iron Man is not here to destroy the Earth. He could even save the planet from a new, more deadly danger!

‘One of the greatest of modern fairy tales.’ Observer

‘Gripping . . a classic.’ Phillip Pullman

‘A visionary tale.’ Michael Morpurgo

‘Whether you’re already a fan of this classic children’s story or a new reader, this wonderful new version is a real treat.’ BookTrust

‘Stunning.’ WRD Magazine