Palace of Books
$44.54
- Hardcover
56 pages
- Release Date
21 June 2023
Summary
From beloved storyteller Patricia Polacco comes a picture book based on her childhood about how a very special librarian and town library made her life happier after moving to a new state in elementary school.
When young Patricia’s family moves to Battle Creek, Michigan, she finds it hard to believe this new place will ever feel like home. But soon she meets the kind librarian Mrs. Creavy and discovers the library’s doors are always open. Now, Patricia has a place to explore and study…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781534451315 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1534451315 |
| Author: | Patricia Polacco |
| Publisher: | Simon & Schuster |
| Imprint: | Simon & Schuster |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 56 |
| Release Date: | 21 June 2023 |
| Weight: | 542g |
| Dimensions: | 279mm x 222mm x 13mm |
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Critics Review
“Polacco offers gratitude for her childhood public library … [a] nostalgic tale of a library as a kind of home.” * – Publishers Weekly *“In this tale based on one of Polacco’s childhood experiences, a kind librarian encourages a girl’s interests… elevated by beautful art.” * – Kirkus *
About The Author
Patricia Polacco
Patricia Polacco belongs to a family of storytellers, poets, farmers, teachers, and artists. They came from many parts of the world, but mainly Russia. She grew up to be an illustrator, a designer, and creator of many beloved children’s books, including The Keeping Quilt, The Blessing Cup, Fiona’s Lace, The Trees of the Dancing Goats, Babushka’s Doll, My Rotten Redheaded Older Brother, Sticks and Stones, and Palace of Books. She lives in Union City, Michigan.
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