The Singing Tree by Kate Seredy (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Singing Tree by Kate Seredy Life on the Hungarian plains us changing quickly for Jancsi and his cousin Kate. Father has given Jansci permission to be in charge of his own herd and Katehas begun to think of going to dnces. Then, when Hungary must send troops to fight in the great war and Jancsi's father is called to battle, the two cousins must grow up all the sooner. 20-black-and-white illustrations. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A Newbery Honor Book - from the author of The White Stag Life on the Hungarian plains is changing quickly for Jancsi and his cousin Kate. Father has given Jancsi permission to be in charge of his own herd, and Kate has begun to think about going to dances. Jancsi hardly even recognizes Kate when she appears at Peter and Maris wedding wearing nearly as many petticoats as the older girls wear. And Jancsi himself, astride his prized horse, doesnt seem to Kate to be quite so boyish anymore. Then, when Hungary must send troops to fight in the Great War and Jancsis father is called to battle, the two cousins must grow up all the sooner in order to take care of the farm and all the relatives, Russian soldiers, and German war orphans who take refuge there. "A spontaneous, lively tale"-- The New York Times Author Biography Kate Seredy (1899-1975) is the Hungarian-born writer and illustrator of numerous childrens books. She won the Newbery Medal, the Newbery Honor, the Caldecott Honor, and the Lewis Carroll Shelf Award. Details ISBN0140345434 Author Kate Seredy Short Title SINGING TREE Pages 256 Publisher Puffin Books Language English ISBN-10 0140345434 ISBN-13 9780140345438 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY FIC Year 1990 Publication Date 1990-10-31 Residence US Birth 1896 Death 1975 Illustrations Yes Series Puffin Newberry Library Audience Age 8-12 Imprint Puffin Books DOI 10.1604/9780140345438 Audience Children/Juvenile We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:158724407;

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