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‘A highly diverting picture book about an agreeable pet boa constrictor that earns the affection and gratitude of a French village.’ —BL. ‘Children will love it.’ —H. Notable Children's Books of 1940–1959 (ALA) 1959 Fanfare Honor List (The Horn Book) A Reading Rainbow Selection 1958... read more

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  • “Well fed, Crictor became longer and longer, and stronger and stronger.”

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Once upon a time in a little French town lived an old lady whose name was Madame Louise Bodot.

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This is book 231 of 986 in 1001 Children's Books You Must Read Before You Grow Up. (authoritative list)

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  1. Tomi Ungerer (Author)

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Original Language: English
Publisher: Harper Trophy
Country: USA
Publication Date: 1958
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