Charlie Purple Turnipseed and the Dixie Brood Hardcover -

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Manifested by the power of their dreams, their work was a joy. A chicken house was built, as well as the spacious garden shed that Mr. Charlie had envisioned. The couple decided on a stone and picket fence, which they then proceeded to build. As they completed the home site, they fanned out their efforts into the land itself. The gardens were designed with the animals in mind, to give the animals plenty of room to play and raise their families. Mr. Charlie did his homework. As a result, man, animals, insects, trees and plants were welcomed into Charlie's garden, and thrived side by side. New friendships were developed with the animals. He began to give each one a name. Mr. Charlie understood that God supplied the rich bounty of this incredible Earth for all to share. A large table was built in the center of the garden. He began serving the animals tea and treats each day. The table had to be enlarged over the years to accommodate his growing number of animal friends, whom he called The Dixie Brood. And so our story begins. Join Mr. Charlie and the Dixie Brood in a tale of true friendship. Mr. Charlie spent many years providing for the creatures with whom he shares the land, and when he is in his most desperate hour, his animal friends don't hesitate for a single moment to do all that it takes to see him home and well again.