When an outbreak of the deadly Black Plague closes the Globe Theatre, William Shakespeare's acting troupe sets off on a tour of England. Widge, the orphan-turned-actor, knows that he'll be useful on the trip. Not only does he love the stage, but his knack for a unique shorthand has proven him one of the most valuable apprentices in the troupe. But then a mysterious man appears, claiming to know a secret from Widge's past-a secret that may forever force him from the theatre he loves.
"An exciting, well-written tale that is sure to leave [readers] clamoring for more." (School Library Journal, starred review)
- ISBN10 0142300667
- ISBN13 9780142300664
- Publish Date 18 February 2002
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 8 August 2011
- Publish Country AU
- Publisher Penguin Putnam Inc
- Imprint Puffin
- Format Paperback (US Digest)
- Pages 272
- Language English
- URL https://penguinrandomhouse.com/books/isbn/9780142300664