A Long Way from Chicago
- 148 páginas
- 6 horas de lectura
A boy reminisces about spending summers with grandma in her small town
Un largo viaje desde Chicago Serie
Esta serie narra las inolvidables aventuras de verano de los hermanos Joey y Mary Delanie mientras visitan a su excéntrico tío Putman. Cada año, desde 1929 hasta 1936, se embarcan en una nueva y a menudo inesperada peripecia que impulsa su crecimiento personal. Las historias están repletas de humor, corazón y una sutil representación de los cambios sociales durante la Gran Depresión. Es una conmovedora exploración de la familia, el crecimiento y las lecciones sorprendentes de la vida.
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A Year Down Yonder
- 144 páginas
- 6 horas de lectura
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.