The Elephant Thief

When street urchin Danny accidentally bids for Maharajah the elephant
at an Edinburgh auction, his life is transformed as he is swept
up on an unforgettable journey. But soon Danny's shady connections
threaten to destroy his new-found happiness. Will he ever escape
his past?

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A thrilling historical animal adventure from debut author
Jane Kerr!
'A classic-in-the-making ... Move over, Dumbo' THE
TIMES


'The perfect mix of adventure, mystery and fact' SUNDAY
EXPRESS


When pickpocket Danny buys an elephant at auction, he’s
swept up on an unforgettable adventure.


Offered a job by a zoo owner, all he has to do is ride Maharajah
from Edinburgh to Manchester in one week.


Everyone is watching, even Queen Victoria, but the journey is
filled with drama and danger, and it’s soon clear that not
everyone wants them to arrive in time ...





Based on the incredible true story of one elephant's
journey from Edinburgh to Manchester

An unlikely yet touching friendship between boy and elephant
at its heart

A story of resilience, overcoming adversity and achieving
the impossible