I Was a Rat Or The Scarlet Slippers and The Scarecrow and his Servant

This volume brings together Philip Pullman’s I Was a Rat! Or The Scarlet Slippers and The Scarecrow and His Servant, two witty, fast‑paced children’s fantasies. Both stories blend fairy‑tale elements with sharp social satire, following unlikely heroes who question authority, expose hypocrisy, and discover courage and kindness in a dangerous world. Ideal for middle‑grade readers and families, the book offers humorous adventures, memorable characters, and rich themes for discussion.