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The Sweetest Fig
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The Sweetest Fig Hardcover - 1993

by Van Allsburg, Chris

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Another provocative tale from two-time Caldecott Medalist Chris Van Allsburg. When an old woman gives Monsieur Bibot, a coldhearted dentist, two "very special" figs for pulling her tooth, he discovers the figs are truly magical, and plans to use their powers to his own advantage. But his dog, Marcel, has his own plan for the magical fruit. Full color.

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HarperCollins Publishers. Used - Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.
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  • Title The Sweetest Fig
  • Author Van Allsburg, Chris
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Edition First Edition
  • Condition Used - Good
  • Pages 32
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher HarperCollins Publishers, Boston
  • Date 1993-10-25
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Illustrated
  • Bookseller's Inventory # 3251438-6
  • ISBN 9780395673461 / 0395673461
  • Weight 0.94 lbs (0.43 kg)
  • Dimensions 11.34 x 8.76 x 0.35 in (28.80 x 22.25 x 0.89 cm)
  • Ages 04 to 07 years
  • Grade levels P - 2
  • Reading level 720
  • Library of Congress subjects Dogs, Magic
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 93012692
  • Dewey Decimal Code FIC

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Summary

"These figs are very special," the woman whispered. "They can make your dreams come true." -- Thus Monsieur Bibot, the cold-hearted dentist, was given two ordinary-looking figs as payment for extracting a tooth from an old woman's mouth. Monsieur Bibot refused to believe such nonsense and proceeded to eat one of the figs for a bedtime snack. Although it was possibly the finest, sweetest fig he had ever tasted, it wasn't until the next morning that Monsieur Bibot realized it indeed had the power to make his dreams come true. While dragging his poor dog, Marcel, out for his walk, he discovered that his strange dream from the night before was becoming all too real. Determined to make good use of the second fig, Monsieur Bibot learns to control is dreams. But can he control Marcel? Once again Chris Van Allsburg explores the mysterious territory between fantasy and reality in an uncanny tale that will intrigue readers of all ages.

From the rear cover

"These figs are very special", the woman whispered. "They can make your dreams come true". Thus Monsieur Bibot, the cold-hearted dentist, was given two ordinary-looking figs as payment for extracting a tooth from an old woman's mouth. Monsieur Bibot refused to believe such nonsense and proceeded to eat one of the figs for a bedtime snack. Although it was possibly the finest, sweetest fig he had ever tasted, it wasn't until the next morning that Monsieur Bibot realized it indeed had the power to make his dreams come true. While dragging his poor dog, Marcel, out for his walk, he discovered that his strange dream from the night before was becoming all too real. Determined to make good use of the second fig, Monsieur Bibot learns to control his dreams. But can he control Marcel? Once again Chris Van Allsburg explores the mysterious territory between fantasy and reality in an uncanny tale that will intrigue readers of all ages.

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Media reviews

"Van Allsburg swings back into his most mystifying mode with this enigmatic, visually sophisticated tale . . . A significant achievement." Publishers Weekly, Starred

Citations

  • ALA Notable Children's Books, 01/01/1994, Page 1352
  • Booklist, 10/01/1993, Page 343
  • Booklist Ed Choice Youth, 01/01/1994, Page 871
  • Hornbook Guide to Children, 01/01/1993, Page 0
  • Publishers Weekly, 08/30/1993, Page 0
  • School Library Journal, 11/01/1993, Page 110

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