A Long Way from Chicago
- 148pagine
- 6 ore di lettura
A boy reminisces about spending summers with grandma in her small town
Un lungo viaggio da Chicago Serie
Questa serie narra le indimenticabili avventure estive dei fratelli Joey e Mary Delanie mentre fanno visita al loro eccentrico zio Putman. Ogni anno, dal 1929 al 1936, si imbattono in una nuova e spesso inaspettata scappatella che promuove la loro crescita personale. Le storie sono piene di umorismo, cuore e una sottile rappresentazione dei cambiamenti sociali durante la Grande Depressione. È un'esplorazione toccante della famiglia, della crescita e delle sorprendenti lezioni della vita.
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A Year Down Yonder
- 144pagine
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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.