[Penguin Readers Level 3]David Copperfield's happy life suddenly changes when his mother marries again. Her new husband, Mr Murdstone, does not like David at all. He is cruel to him and then sends him away to school. Here David makes friends, but he is unhappy. When David is ten, his mother dies and Mr Murdstone sends him to work in London. David hates his job so he decides to run away to his father's aunt. He starts his journey with no money for the coach or for food. But his life of adventure, love and friendship has begun.
Nigel Grimshaw Book order






- 2008
- 1996
- 1974
Bluntstone and the Wildkeepers
- 152 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Discover the charm and allure of this carefully preserved gem, steeped in history and rich with knowledge. This rare and vintage book is a perfect addition to any bibliophile's collection, offering a unique insight into the era it hails from. Its pages hold more than just words; they are a testimony to the passage of time, holding stories within stories that transport readers back in time. This piece of literary history awaits its new home. Please note, being an antique item, minor signs of age and use are part of its unique charm."
- 1970
Longman Structural Readers - 4: The Angry Valley
Stage 4 (1100 Word Vocabulary)
- 116 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Trewera is a small town in a valley. Scientists have built an atomic power station there. Many people in the town are frightened; atomic power can be dangerous if there are accidents. Radiation would mean illness and death. David Morgan - a scientist - is worried about possible accidents. James Ward Thomas, who controls the project, wants power and success and he won't listen to doubts. And Gwen - his beautiful daughter - always agrees with her father...Longman Structural Readers, Stage 4, 1100 Word Vocabulary.