by Eva Ibbotson · SALAMANDRA · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788498380620
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In 'The Absent Ghosts', Eva Ibbotson introduces us to Alex, who faces a peculiar dilemma when selling his Carra castle. The condition imposed by the buyer, Mr. Hopgood, is that there are no ghosts in the castle. However, the castle is inhabited by a variety of ghosts, including Krok, Miss Spinks, Uncle Louse, and the mischievous Flossie. Alex must find a way to convince these extraordinary beings to move elsewhere, which promises to be a task full of surprises and fun. This story, belonging to the Narrativa Joven series, is a sample of Ibbotson's talent for creating charming and humorous ghost stories.
Eva Maria Charlotte Michelle Ibbotson was an Austrian-born British novelist, known for her children's literature. Some of her novels for adults have been reissued for the young adult market. The historical novel Journey to the River Sea won her the Smarties Prize in category 9–11 years, garnered an unusual commendation as runner-up for the Guardian Prize, and made the Carnegie, Whitbread, and Blue Peter shortlists. She was a finalist for the 2010 Guardian Prize at the time of her death. Her last book, The Abominables, was among four finalists for the same award in 2012.
