Kamikaze Kate (and the Sword of Captain Kuroda) by John Summons

Story Title: Kamikaze Kate (and the Sword of Captain Kuroda)

Date of Publication: 1989 (First Edition)

Edition: Acting Edition

Publisher: Currency Press (Australia) / Dramatic Publishing (US)

Country of Origin: Australia

Language: English

ISBN: 9780868192437 (Currency Press edition)

Writers: John Summons

Characters: Kate, Captain Kuroda (ghost), Grandfather, Needletop (bully), and supporting cast (2m, 4w)

First Appearances: N/A

Key Facts: One-act comedy/drama for young audiences exploring themes of war, courage, and anti-war sentiment. Schoolgirl Kate receives a samurai sword and encounters the ghost of its former owner, Captain Kuroda. Ideal for middle/high school and ESL students. Approx. 45-minute run time.

Page Count: 38 pages

Condition: Good+ paperback with no annotations. Please refer to photos