Cog by Greg van Eekhout (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Cog by Greg van Eekhout, Beatrice Blue "After an accident leaves him damaged and separated from his scientist caregiver, a young android recruits four robot accomplices and embarks on a cross-country road trip to reunite with her"-- FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Five robots. One unforgettable journey. Their programming will never be the same. Wall-E meets The Wild Robot in this middle grade instant classic about five robots on a mission to rescue their inventor from the corporation that controls them all. Cog looks like a normal twelve-year-old boy. But his name is short for "cognitive development," and he was built to learn. But after an accident leaves him damaged, Cog wakes up in an unknown lab—and Gina, the scientist who created and cared for him, is nowhere to be found. Surrounded by scientists who want to study him and remove his brain, Cog recruits four robot accomplices for a mission to find her.Cog, ADA, Proto, Trashbot, and Cars journey will likely involve much cognitive development in the form of mistakes, but Cog is willing to risk everything to find his way back to Gina.In this charming stand-alone adventure, Greg van Eekhout breathes life and wisdom into an unforgettable character and crafts a story sure to earn its place among beloved classics like Katherine Applegates The One and Only Ivan. Author Biography Greg van Eekhout is also the author of Voyage of the Dogs, Cog, Weird Kid, and Fenris & Mott. He lives in San Diego, California with his astronomy/physics professor wife and two dogs. Hes worked as an educational software developer, ice cream scooper, part-time college instructor, and telemarketer. Being a writer is the only job hes ever actually liked. You can find more about Greg at his website: Review "A page-turning novel of friendship, family, and standing up for whats right." — Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books"Cog is a gem of a robot, and his robotic observations are comedic gold. Readers will be charmed by this sci-fi tale of free choice, hot dogs, and fun word problems." — Booklist"Van Eekhout brings considerable heart and wisdom to this coming-of-age tale. A thought-provoking tale for younger readers about hubris and what it means to be human." — Kirkus ReviewsPraise for Voyage of the Dogs: “Fast-moving, funny, and suspenseful. A deep-space furry adventure with heart and humor." — Kirkus Reviews“Whos a good boy? Lopside and the canine crew of the starship Laika! This dogs in space romp will make you sit up and beg for more." — Alan Gratz, New York Times bestselling author of Refugee“A crackling page-turner about courage and wonder, full of warmth and heart and characters who jump off the page. Its my favorite book of the year." — Rae Carson, New York Times bestselling author of the Girl of Fire & Thorns series“Dogs in space? Who knew we needed that? But Greg van Eekhout proves we did! Voyage of the Dogs is a delight, and kids are going to love it." — Spencer Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of Woof“Dog-lovers and space enthusiasts will gravitate to Van Eekhouts riveting book." — Booklist Review Quote "Van Eekhout brings considerable heart and wisdom to this coming-of-age tale. A thought-provoking tale for younger readers about hubris and what it means to be human." Details ISBN0062686070 Pages 208 Year 2019 ISBN-10 0062686070 ISBN-13 9780062686077 Format Hardcover Audience Age 8-12 Illustrator Beatrice Blue Imprint HarperCollins Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States DEWEY FIC Language English Publication Date 2019-11-14 UK Release Date 2019-11-14 US Release Date 2019-11-14 Edited by Bo Kang Birth 1927 Affiliation Massachusetts Institute of Technology Position journalist Qualifications S. J. Author Beatrice Blue Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Alternative 9780062965301 Audience Children / Juvenile AU Release Date 2019-09-23 NZ Release Date 2019-09-23 Imprint US HarperCollins Publisher US HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:125855121;

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