Captain Nobody, 9780142416679
Paperback
Ordinary kid becomes unlikely hero; can he save his brother?

Captain Nobody

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  • Paperback

    208 pages

  • Release Date

    12 May 2010

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Summary

Captain Nobody: A Hero’s Unexpected Rise

When Newt Newman’s football-star brother, Chris, is knocked into a coma during the biggest game of the season, Newt’s two best friends keep his mind off of the accident by helping him create the ultimate Halloween costume - Captain Nobody. Newt feels strong and confident in his new getup, so he keeps wearing it after Halloween is over.

Soon Newt assumes the role of a hero in a string of exploits that include foiling a robbery and savi…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780142416679
ISBN-10:0142416673
Author:Dean Pitchford
Publisher:Penguin Putnam Inc
Imprint:Penguin USA
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:208
Release Date:12 May 2010
Weight:159g
Dimensions:197mm x 129mm x 14mm
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Critics Review

This novel will speak to those kids who feel left out … the humor and compassion are sure to appeal to reluctant readers.

“This novel will speak to those kids who feel left out … the humor and compassion are sure to appeal to reluctant readers.” - “Kirkus Reviews”

About The Author

Dean Pitchford

Dean Pitchford, author of The Big One-Oh and Captain Nobody, starred on Broadway in Pippin and Godspell before turning to songwriting and screenwriting. His multimillion-selling songs include the Oscar-winning “Fame,” “Footloose,” “Holding Out for a Hero” and “After All.” He has been nominated for four Academy Awards, five Grammys and two Tonys. His stage musical adaptation of Footloose played over 700 performances on Broadway and is now being produced around the world.

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