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Informationen zum Autor Henning Mankell (1948-2015) became a worldwide phenomenon with his crime writing! gripping thrillers and atmospheric novels set in Africa. His prizewinning and critically acclaimed Inspector Wallander Mysteries continue to dominate bestseller lists all over the globe and his books have been translated into forty-five languages and made into numerous international film and television adaptations: most recently the BAFTA-award-winning BBC television series Wallander! starring Kenneth Branagh. Driven by a desire to change the world and to fight against racism and nationalism! Mankell devoted much of his time to working with charities in Africa! including SOS Children's Villages and PLAN International! where he was also director of the Teatro Avenida in Maputo. In 2008! the University of St Andrews conferred Henning Mankell with an honorary degree of Doctor of Letters in recognition of his major contribution to literature and to the practical exercise of conscience.www.henningmankell.com Klappentext Henning Mankell's only book for younger readers is a deeply imaginative story about a boy and his cat who disappears. Illustrated with b/w drawings by Heike Vogel. Ages: 7-9yrs. Zusammenfassung This is the story of young Lucas who gets a most precious present for his birthday! a black kitten which he calls Night. Lucas becomes very attached to Night but one day Lucas comes home from school and discovers that his beloved cat has disappeared.
