A book of great beauty! Easy and fun to read. A marvel. The reference to "Friday or wildlife" is inevitable but the story is less "dated" and the child is easily identified with the young hero. A philosophical novel also sobering. Many emotions (laughter to the small inevitable tear ...), suspense, friendship, values. Everything is there. References to also Art. A book to read for pleasure but can also be studied from the CM2 class and college. Because of its size I recommend for children from 8-9 years if they are very good players. Rather 10 years otherwise. Until 14-15 years without problem. For adults too. ;-) An author fabulous to discover or to discover. Recommend +++. A great gift idea. ;-)