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A Season of Gifts

A Season of Gifts Hardcover - 2009

by Richard Peck

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The return of one of children's literature'smost memorable characters is a gift indeed.

The eccentric, forceful, big-hearted GrandmaDowdel is the star of the Newbery Medal-winningA Year Down Yonder and Newbery Honor-winningA Long Way from Chicago. And it turns out that herstory isn't over - not even close.

It is now 1958, and a new family has moved in nextdoor to Mrs. Dowdel: a Methodist minister andhis wife and kids. Soon Mrs. Dowdel will work herparticular brand of charm - or medicine, dependingon who you're asking - on all of them: ten-yearoldBob, who is shy on courage in a town full ofbullies; his two fascinating sisters; and even Bob'stwo parents, who are amazed to discover that thelast house in town might also be the most vital.

As Christmas rolls around, the Barnhart familyrealizes that they've found a true home - and aneighbor who gives gifts that will last a lifetime.

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Penguin Young Readers Group, 2009. Hardcover. Good. Disclaimer:Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
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  • Title A Season of Gifts
  • Author Richard Peck
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Edition First Edition
  • Condition Used - Good
  • Pages 164
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Penguin Young Readers Group, New York
  • Date 2009
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Bookseller's Inventory # G0803730829I3N01
  • ISBN 9780803730823 / 0803730829
  • Weight 0.6 lbs (0.27 kg)
  • Dimensions 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.8 in (21.08 x 13.97 x 2.03 cm)
  • Ages 10 to UP years
  • Grade levels 5 - UP
  • Reading level 690
  • Library of Congress subjects Humorous stories, Moving, Household
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2008048050
  • Dewey Decimal Code FIC

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Summary

One of children's literature's most memorable characters returns in this Christmastime companion to the Newbery Medal-winning A Year Down Yonder and Newbery Honor-winning A Long Way from Chicago.

The eccentric, larger-than-life Grandma Dowdel is back in this heart-warming tale. Set 20 years after the events of A Year Down Yonder, it is now 1958 and a new family has moved in next door: a Methodist minister and his wife and kids. Soon Grandma Dowdel will work her particular brand of charm on all of them: ten-year-old Bob Barnhart, who is shy on courage in a town full of bullies; his two fascinating sisters; and even his parents, who are amazed to discover that the last house in town might also be the most vital.
As Christmas rolls around, the Barnhart family realizes that they’ve found a true home, and a neighbor who gives gifts that will last a lifetime.
 
“Pitch-perfect prose, laced with humor and poignancy, strong characterization and a clear development of the theme of gifts one person can offer make this one of Peck’s best novels yet—and that’s saying something.”—Kirkus (starred review)
 
“The type of down-home humor and vibrant characterizations Peck fans have come to adore re-emerge in full.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
 
“With a storyteller's sure tone, Peck has once again created a whole world in one small Illinois town, a place where the folksy wisdom and generosity of one gruff old woman can change lives.”—School Library Journal (starred review)
 
Publishers Weekly Best Books of the Year
Kirkus Reviews Best Books of the Year
Booklist Editors’ Choice

 

 

 

From the publisher

Richard Peck has written more than thirty novels, and in the process has become one of the country’s most highly respected writers for children. In fact The Washington Post called him “America’s best living author for young adults.” A versatile writer, he is beloved by middle-graders as well as young adults for his historical and contemporary comedies and coming-of-age novels. He lives in New York City, and spends a great deal of time traveling around the country to speaking engagements at conferences, schools, and libraries.

Mr. Peck is the first children’s book author to have received a National Humanities Medal. He is a Newbery Medal winner (for A Year Down Yonder), a Newbery Honor winner (for A Long Way from Chicago), a two-time National Book Award finalist, and a two-time Edgar Award winner. In addition, he has won a number of major honors for the body of his work, including the Margaret A. Edwards Award, the ALAN Award, and the Medallion from the University of Southern Mississippi.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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About the author

Richard Peck has written more than thirty novels, and in the process has become one of the country's most highly respected writers for children. In fact The Washington Post called him "America's best living author for young adults." A versatile writer, he is beloved by middle-graders as well as young adults for his historical and contemporary comedies and coming-of-age novels. He lives in New York City, and spends a great deal of time traveling around the country to speaking engagements at conferences, schools, and libraries.

Mr. Peck is the first children's book author to have received a National Humanities Medal. He is a Newbery Medal winner (for A Year Down Yonder), a Newbery Honor winner (for A Long Way from Chicago), a two-time National Book Award finalist, and a two-time Edgar Award winner. In addition, he has won a number of major honors for the body of his work, including the Margaret A. Edwards Award, the ALAN Award, and the Medallion from the University of Southern Mississippi.

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