The Whipping Boy
by Sid Fleischman, Peter Sís
The Whipping Boy by Sid Fleischman, Peter Sís holds a well received rating of 3.54 out of 5, based on 18.1K reader ratings. First published in 1986. The book spans 90 pages.
About The Whipping Boy
A shout comes echoing up the stairway. "Fetch the whipping boy!" A young orphan named Jemmy rouses from his sleep. "Ain't I already been whipped twice today? Gaw! What's the prince done now?" It was forbidden to spank, thrash, or whack the heir to the throne. Jemmy had been plucked from the streets to serve as whipping boy to the arrogant and spiteful Prince Brat. Dreaming of running away, Jemmy finds himself trapped in Prince Brat's own dream at once brash and perilous. In this briskly told tale of high adventure, taut with suspense and rich with colorful characters, the whipping boy and Prince Brat must at last confront each other. Award-winning author Sid Fleischman again blends the broadly comic with the deeply compassionate in this memorable novel.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Sid Fleischman, Peter Sís |
| Published | 1986 |
| Pages | 90 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, Classics, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 3.54 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 18,090 |
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What genre is The Whipping Boy?
The Whipping Boy is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Whipping Boy worth reading?
Based on 18.1K reader ratings, The Whipping Boy has an average score of 3.54 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Whipping Boy?
The Whipping Boy has 90 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Whipping Boy?
The Whipping Boy was written by Sid Fleischman, Peter Sís. It was first published in 1986.
What is the ISBN for The Whipping Boy?
The ISBN-13 for The Whipping Boy is 9780060521230.0.
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