John Rowe Townsend

John Rowe Townsend

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John Rowe Townsend was born in Leeds in 1922. He is the author of many books for children including The Intruder, The Islanders and Written for Children, an examination of children's literature.
20th April 2015

The Islanders

The inhabitants of Halcyon Island are ruled by the laws of the Deliverer and follow the same customs and traditions that... MoreThe Islanders

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6th July 1995

The Invaders

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3rd April 2017

Sam And Jenny

A story first published as "Cloudy Bright". A young couple meet in Brighton when Sam wants to borrow Jenny's camera. The... MoreSam And Jenny

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3rd April 2017

The Intruder

One day, out on the Cumbrian sands, 16-year-old Arnold Hathwaite encounters a menacing stranger who claims to be a long-... MoreThe Intruder

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3rd June 1993

Noah's Castle

A science fiction tale of a future England where money is virtually worthless and mass hunger looms. Barry's father is d... MoreNoah's Castle

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1st October 1999

Gumble's Yard

Abandoned by their uncle and aunt, Kevin and Sandra decide to camp out at Gumble's yard, a deserted row of cottages well... MoreGumble's Yard

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25th September 1986

The Persuading Stick

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