I Was a Rat! or The Scarlet Slippers

Philip Pullman

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I WAS A RAT!

So insists Roger. Maybe it's true. But what is he NOW? A terrifying moster rampaging in the sewers? The Dailly Scrourge is sure of it.

A money-spinning fairground freak? He is to Mr. Tapscrew.

A champion wriggler and downy card? That's what Billy hopes.

Or just ordinary small boy, though a little ratty in his habits? Only three people believe this version of the story. Only one of them knows who Roger really is. And luckily a story about her can sell even more newspapers than one about a rat-boy...

Published
1999
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Philip Pullman

Philip Pullman is a writer whose imagination knows no bounds, a master of crafting worlds both fantastical and deeply thought-provoking. Known best for His Dark Materials, a trilogy that blends epic fantasy with philosophical musings, Pullman has captivated readers of all ages with stories that challenge the very nature of belief, freedom, and the human spirit. Born in Norwich, England, in 1946, Pullman’s early life was shaped by both his experiences and his interests—particularly a fascination with literature and history. His love of storytelling began at a young age, influenced by the books he read and the characters he encountered, but it…