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Fans of Karen Cushman's witty, satisfying novels will welcome Meggy Swann, newly come to London with her only friend, a goose named Louise. Meggy's mother was glad to be rid of her; her father, who sent for her, doesn't want her after all. Meggy is appalled by London,dirty and noisy, full of... read more

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London

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'Ye toads and vipers," the girl said, as her granny often had, "ye toads and vipers," and she snuffled a great snuffle that echoed in the empty room.

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Chapters 1-19
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This book is in Kirkus Reviews: 2010 Best Children's Books. (authoritative list)

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  1. Karen Cushman (Author)

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Original Language: English
Publisher: Clarion Books
Country: United States
Publication Date: 2010
ISBN: 0547231849
Page Count: 176

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