The Seven Professors of the Far North

'Listen!' croaked the man. 'Can't...stay...awake...much...longer.... Summon the others, Alexander... Professor Murdo has returned to Nordbergen.' A storm-ravaged traveller has blown in to Ben and Zara's Edinburgh home, reawakening a mystery from their Great Uncle Alexander's past. But the traveller also brings danger and, before long, Zara, Ben and their new friend Sam find themselves embarking on a desperate rescue mission to the frozen Arctic Ocean. To make the journey, they must discover one of the most extraordinary secrets in the world. To survive, they must rely on their courage, their ingenuity and the assistance of strangers. 'The 7 Professors of the Far North' is a gripping story of incredible secrets, amazing inventions and high adventure.

Written by:
John Fardell
Published by:
Faber & Faber
Year:
2004
ISBN:
978-0571221554
Age groups:
9-12
Categories:
Fiction
Languages:
English
Themes:
Adventure, Danger, Environment, Ethics, Mystery, Outdoors, Set in Scotland