'You must get away tonight,' the man had told him. David escapes from the concentration camp where he has spent his entire life and flees across Europe. He is utterly alone - who can he trust? What will await him? And all the while, how can he be sure that they won't catch up with him . This is the remarkable story of David's introduction to the world: sea, mountains and flowers, the colours of Italy, the taste of fruit, people laughing and smiling, all are new to David. David learns that his polite manner, his haunted eyes and his thin features are strange to other people. He must learn to fend for himself in this strange new world. An incredible story of survival against all odds and self discovery, for readers of The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas and The Book Thief. * An unforgettable story of survival against the odds, refugees and hope, set in an unidentified time in the past and first published in 1963.

* This edition features special bonus content * Part of the HarperCollins Children's classics range, showcasing timeless publishing from both HarperCollins children's imprints * A classic yet contemporary design that will appeal to children as well as parents, guardians and, with its distinct collectible appeal, gift buyers.