In "The Scarecrow and His Servant" by Philip Pullman, a farmer creates a scarecrow with a turnip head and a broomstick backbone, imbuing it with words of advice before it comes to life. The scarecrow is joined by a young boy named Jack, who becomes his loyal servant, and together they embark on an adventurous journey through the Italian countryside. The story is filled with encounters with brigands, actors, armies, birds, and lawyers, as the scarecrow and Jack inch closer to their goal of claiming Spring Valley.
The book explores themes of identity and transformation, as the scarecrow undergoes physical changes throughout the journey, leading to a philosophical question of what defines a person's true essence. Pullman's writing style is whimsical and humorous, with a touch of fairy tale motifs, creating a heartwarming dynamic between the brash scarecrow and the wise servant Jack.
From The Publisher:
Outrageously zany and filed with non-stop surprises, Simon Reade's theatrical adaptation of The Scarecrow and His Servant, renowned author Philip Pullman's fictional children's tale, is an enchanting play for young readers and performers.
Delve into the magical world of Scarecrow as you accompany him as Jack, his trusty help-mate, and together you can embark on adventures that will make your head spin.From dodging dangerous bandits and surviving terrifying shipwrecks, to soaring through the skies with wild birds, this play is a roller-coaster ride of never-ending escapades.But when the river-polluting Buffaloni tyrants catch up with you for a final showdown, who will come to your rescue and save the day?
A production of The Scarecrow and His Servant ran at the Southwark Playhouse in December 2008-January 2009.
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