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The cay

Teacher guide (Novel units)
Pages
30
Published
1991
Language
English

Synopsis

After a German U-boat attack during World War II, young Phillip is blinded and stranded on a small Caribbean island. His only companion is an elderly Black man named Timothy, who teaches Phillip how to survive in the harsh environment. As they face the challenges of the wild, Phillip must confront his own prejudices and learn to see beyond appearances.

How it reads

Prose complexity 4/10
Content warnings (3)
TraumaDeath Of An AnimalDeath Of A Parent