Description
- ISBN-13: 9780141354941
- Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
- Binding: Paperback
- Height: 137 mm
- Returnable: Y
- Weight: 130 gr
- ISBN-10: 0141354941
- Publisher Date: 03 Jul 2014
- Depth: 10
- No of Pages: 176
- Spine Width: 13 mm
- Width: 200 mm
Original price was: ₹399.00.₹319.00Current price is: ₹319.00.
Shipwrecked and blinded during World War II, young Phillip Enright finds himself stranded on a tiny Caribbean cay with Timothy, an elderly black man. Facing prejudice, sharks, and storms, Phillip must learn to trust Timothy in order to survive. “The Cay” is a powerful story of friendship, survival, and overcoming racial prejudice. 9780141354941 by Theodore Taylor.
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Shubham Biswas –
I liked the historical setting, but the dialogue felt a little unnatural at times. The overall message is still strong and impactful.
Pothugunta Azaruddin –
A simple story with a powerful impact. It shows the importance of looking beyond skin color and finding common ground.
Prashant Kumar Sinha –
It’s a very touching story with a heartwarming message. The characters were great and the reading was easy.
Komal Gupta –
The Cay is great! It’s a very fast read that can be read by anyone. The story is well written, and the charaters are awesome!
Mrinal Bagai –
A quick, impactful read about overcoming prejudice. Timothy’s character is unforgettable. The ending felt a bit rushed. Overall a good book.
Swapnil Mitra –
While the story is compelling, I found the portrayal of Timothy to be somewhat stereotypical. It’s a product of its time, I suppose.
Manvi Singh –
A classic tale of survival and friendship. It’s a bit simplistic, but the message is important, especially for young readers.
Dewangana Singh –
I appreciated the historical context, but the writing style didn’t fully capture my attention. It was just okay for me.
Arshiya –
I read this as a child and wanted to revisit. It’s still a moving story, though some of the language feels dated now.
Rohan Verma –
My son loved this book for his school reading assignment. It sparked some great conversations about history and treating others with respect.
Tapish Varshney –
This book made me cry! The bond between Phillip and Timothy is so heartwarming, and their struggle is gripping.
Fathimath Zeba T Z –
It’s a good book to get younger kids to read about some sensitive topics. The story is sad but also uplifting.
Sambhav –
I found it very predictable, but it was still enjoyable. The characters could have been developed further, however.
Sufiyan Adam –
The book was required for school. It kept my child interested, and the story was engaging enough to have them finish the book.
Simran Bansal –
A good read for middle schoolers, but adults might find it a bit too simplistic. The lessons, however, are timeless.
Ayushi Agarwal –
This book is heart-wrenching and beautiful. It teaches valuable lessons about empathy and looking past differences. Highly recommended!
Ayush Jain –
A powerful story of survival and an unlikely friendship. It is a touching tale that everyone should read at least once.
Dhiraj V S –
While the story has a good message, some parts felt a bit slow. The bond between Phillip and Timothy was strong.