Jamrach’s Menagerie by Carol Birch
Set in the 19th century, this gripping tale follows young Jaffy Brown, who is swept from the gritty streets of London into a world of adventure and peril. After a chance encounter with an escaped tiger, Jaffy finds himself employed by a mysterious and exotic animal collector. His journey takes him aboard a whaling ship bound for the South Seas, where he and his companions face the harsh realities of life at sea, the wonders of the natural world, and the depths of human endurance. As friendships are tested and survival becomes paramount, the story explores themes of innocence, ambition, and the indomitable spirit of youth.
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