A Long Way from Chicago
- 148bladzijden
- 6 uur lezen
A boy reminisces about spending summers with grandma in her small town
Een lange reis van Chicago Reeks
Deze serie vertelt over de onvergetelijke zomeravonturen van broer en zus Joey en Mary Delanie tijdens hun bezoek aan hun levenslustige oom Putman. Elk jaar van 1929 tot 1936 raken ze betrokken bij een nieuw, vaak onverwacht avontuur dat hun persoonlijke groei stimuleert. De verhalen zitten vol humor, hart en een subtiele weergave van maatschappelijke veranderingen tijdens de Grote Depressie. Het is een ontroerende verkenning van familie, opgroeien en de verrassende lessen van het leven.
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A Year Down Yonder
- 144bladzijden
- 6 uur lezen
The story follows a young protagonist navigating challenges that test their resilience and courage. With themes of friendship, perseverance, and the importance of community, the narrative unfolds in a richly detailed setting that enhances the emotional depth of the characters' journeys. The author skillfully weaves humor and heartwarming moments throughout, making it a compelling read for both children and adults. The Newbery Medal recognition highlights its significance in children's literature, celebrating its impact and storytelling excellence.
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One of the most adored characters in children's literature is the eccentric, forceful, bighearted Grandma Dowdel, star of the Newbery Award-winning A Year Down Yonder and Newbery Honor-winning A Long Way from Chicago. And it turns out that her story isn't over. It's now 1958, and a new family has moved in next door to Mrs. Dowdel: a minister and his wife and kids. Soon Mrs. Dowdel will work her particular brand of charm on all of them, and they will quickly discover that the last house in town might also be the most vital.