--- product_id: 590282098 title: "The Cay" price: "S/.83" currency: PEN in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.pe/products/590282098-the-cay store_origin: PE region: Peru --- # WWII Caribbean setting Lewis Carroll Shelf Award winner 160 gripping pages The Cay **Price:** S/.83 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌴 Dive into survival, friendship, and history with The Cay — your next unforgettable read! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Cay - **How much does it cost?** S/.83 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pe](https://www.desertcart.pe/products/590282098-the-cay) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Award-Winning Classic:** Celebrate a Lewis Carroll Shelf Award winner that’s a must-have for your collection. - • **Timeless Survival Tale:** A gripping story of resilience and friendship that transcends generations. - • **Rich Historical Context:** Experience WWII through the eyes of unforgettable characters on a remote island. - • **Powerful Themes of Unity:** Explore profound lessons on racism and human connection, still relevant today. - • **Perfect for Young Professionals:** Compact 160 pages—ideal for busy millennials craving meaningful, quick reads. ## Overview The Cay by Theodore Taylor is a 160-page juvenile fiction bestseller set during WWII in the Caribbean. It follows Phillip and Timothy, stranded on a deserted island, exploring themes of survival, friendship, and racial unity. Winner of the Lewis Carroll Shelf Award, this classic remains a powerful, relevant read for both teens and adults. ## Description For fans of Hatchet and Island of the Blue Dolphins comes Theodore Taylor’s classic bestseller and Lewis Carroll Shelf Award winner, The Cay . Phillip is excited when Review: 老人の思いに感動 - 1942年、Phillipと母親の乗った船は、カリブ海を航行中、ドイツに攻撃される。 避難中の事故で母親とはぐれたPhillipが気づいた時、 救命ボートの上には、黒人の老人Timothyと一匹の猫しかいなかった。 2人と1匹は、運良く小さな無人島に漂着するが、事故で頭を打っていたPhillipは失明してしまう。 Phillipに、一人で生きていく力をつけさせようとする、Timothyの思いに感動しました。 ただ… イラストが、まるで昔の恐怖漫画のようで、ちょっといただけないです。 Review: An unusual wartime tale - This is an enthralling read for teenagers and adults alike . It puts across the issues of racism in a simple but direct and unsentimental way. The characters are strong and resourceful. Timothy's use of creole dialect adds a sense of time and place. The location of the story and its time during World War Two is unusual for the British reader, making it interesting and different. The story has a reasonable pace and the outcome is satisfactory, despite the death of a major character. The current edition lacks the fine line illustrations in previous editions, which added to the impact. I can see that the cover has been changed to presumably appeal to an older audience, but it is dark and indistinct and does not immediately arouse the interest of the prospective reader. Don't judge this book by its cover, as it is a very good read. ## Features - Author: Taylor III, Theodore - Language: english - Binding Type: mass_market - Genre: Juvenile Fiction - Number of pages: 160 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #43,940 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #544 in Explore the World Books for Children #1,384 in Children's Books on Friendship #2,606 in Action & Adventure for Children | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,794 Reviews | ## Images ![The Cay - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81sAywrAFOL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 老人の思いに感動 *by か***ゃ on 27 March 2006* 1942年、Phillipと母親の乗った船は、カリブ海を航行中、ドイツに攻撃される。 避難中の事故で母親とはぐれたPhillipが気づいた時、 救命ボートの上には、黒人の老人Timothyと一匹の猫しかいなかった。 2人と1匹は、運良く小さな無人島に漂着するが、事故で頭を打っていたPhillipは失明してしまう。 Phillipに、一人で生きていく力をつけさせようとする、Timothyの思いに感動しました。 ただ… イラストが、まるで昔の恐怖漫画のようで、ちょっといただけないです。 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An unusual wartime tale *by G***S on 1 February 2012* This is an enthralling read for teenagers and adults alike . It puts across the issues of racism in a simple but direct and unsentimental way. The characters are strong and resourceful. Timothy's use of creole dialect adds a sense of time and place. The location of the story and its time during World War Two is unusual for the British reader, making it interesting and different. The story has a reasonable pace and the outcome is satisfactory, despite the death of a major character. The current edition lacks the fine line illustrations in previous editions, which added to the impact. I can see that the cover has been changed to presumably appeal to an older audience, but it is dark and indistinct and does not immediately arouse the interest of the prospective reader. Don't judge this book by its cover, as it is a very good read. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly recommended *by T***X on 3 June 2025* A powerful and heartwarming story of survival and friendship that stays with you long after reading. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Cay (Laurel-Leaf Books) - My Side of the Mountain - Hatchet --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pe/products/590282098-the-cay](https://www.desertcart.pe/products/590282098-the-cay) --- *Product available on Desertcart Peru* *Store origin: PE* *Last updated: 2026-10-15*