The Spud from Outer Space
The Spud from Outer Space by Susan Gates is a unique tale published by Penguin Books Limited on August 5, 2004. This 208-page book, written in English, introduces readers to an extraordinary potato that has crash-landed from outer space and is causing chaos at a council rubbish tip. As the potato grows larger and seeks out food, only Cruncher, his grandad, and a potato-obsessed professor stand in its way, facing the threat of an impending disaster for humanity.
Readers will encounter a blend of humor and adventure as the story unfolds, featuring elements of science fiction and space exploration. The narrative escalates when Silas Smite, a mad preacher from the past, is summoned to hunt down potato enthusiasts. Amidst the chaos, Grandad’s secret weapon, Gloria, a super bin van designed for collecting space junk, adds an intriguing twist to the plot. This engaging story promises an entertaining experience for those interested in juvenile fiction with a sci-fi flair.
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This is a potato with attitude! It’s come from outer space and it’s landed in the council rubbish tip. It’s growing bigger by the minute and it’s looking round for things to eat. Only Cruncher, his grandad and a potato-obsessed professor are around to stop it before it wipes out the human race. The bad news is that the crash has upset the rules of space and time and Silas Smite, the mad preacher, has been brought from the past to hunt down all potato lovers. The good news is that Grandad has a secret weapon: Gloria, the super bin van designed to collect space junk. It’s chaos out there – expect anything!
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