
The Psammead is an 'it', an ancient, ill-tempered sand-fairy with a spider-shaped body, bat-like ears, and snail-like eyes. It is grumpy but has the power to grant one wish a day, which must be made before sunset. Five siblings—Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and infant Hilary—encounter It and experience the highs and lows of frivolous wish-making.

Mother

Robert

Father

Cyril

Anthea

Jane

Martha

Uncle Albert

It

Sergeant
Lamb
Horace
Mr. Bialli

Peasemarsh
RFC Flier
Lamb
1995-01-01
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