"This poignant novel about friendship responsibility, and coming-of-age is set in a small town in rural Alabama toward the end of World War II. Although 11-year-old Tattnall has always cared for her brain-damaged 15-year-old cousin and best friend, Obie Joyful, both she and Obie are changing. . . . As a narrator, Tattnall . . . is reminiscent of Harper Lee's Scout in "To Kill a Mockingbird". . . . Readers won't easily forget Tattnall".--"School Library Journal". An "American Bookseller" Pick of the Lists.
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"This poignant novel about friendship responsibility, and coming-of-age is set in a small town in rural Alabama toward the end of World War II. Although 11-year-old Tattnall has always cared for her brain-damaged 15-year-old cousin and best friend, Obie Joyful, both she and Obie are changing. . . . As a narrator, Tattnall . . . is reminiscent of Harper Lee's Scout in "To Kill a Mockingbird". . . . Readers won't easily forget Tattnall".--"School Library Journal". An "American Bookseller" Pick of the Lists.
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Seller's Description:
Good. Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
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This is a used book in good condition and may show some signs of use or wear. This is a used book in good condition and may show some signs of use or wear.
