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A Light in the Attic by Shel Silverstein 1981

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A book that has been read and does not look new, but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the book cover, with the dust jacket (if applicable) included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. Some identifying marks on the inside cover, but this is minimal. Very little wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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Special Attributes
Dust Jacket, Illustrated
ISBN
9780060256746

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
HarperCollins
ISBN-10
0060256745
ISBN-13
9780060256746
eBay Product ID (ePID)
20461

Product Key Features

Book Title
Light in the Attic
Number of Pages
176 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
1981
Topic
Poetry (See Also Stories in Verse), Humorous Stories, Readers / Chapter Books, Poetry / General
Illustrator
Yes, Silverstein, Shel
Genre
Juvenile Fiction, Juvenile Nonfiction
Author
Shel Silverstein
Format
Library Binding

Dimensions

Item Height
0.9 in
Item Weight
22.4 Oz
Item Length
8.8 in
Item Width
6.8 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Juvenile Audience
LCCN
2006-273385
Dewey Edition
22
TitleLeading
A
Grade From
Preschool
Grade To
Third Grade
Dewey Decimal
811.008/09282
Synopsis
From New York Times bestselling author Shel Silverstein, the creator of the beloved poetry collections Where the Sidewalk Ends , Falling Up, and Every Thing On It, comes an imaginative book of poems and drawings--a favorite of Shel Silverstein fans young and old. A Light in the Attic delights with remarkable characters and hilariously profound poems in a collection readers will return to again and again. Here in the attic you will find Backward Bill, Sour Face Ann, the Meehoo with an Exactlywatt, and the Polar Bear in the Frigidaire. You will talk with Broiled Face, and find out what happens when Somebody steals your knees, you get caught by the Quick-Digesting Gink, a Mountain snores, and They Put a Brassiere on the Camel. Come on up to the attic of Shel Silverstein and let the light bring you home. And don't miss Runny Babbit Returns , the new book from Shel Silverstein, From New York Times bestselling author Shel Silverstein, the creator of the beloved poetry collections Where the Sidewalk Ends, Falling Up, and Every Thing On It, comes an imaginative book of poems and drawings--a favorite of Shel Silverstein fans young and old. A Light in the Attic delights with remarkable characters and hilariously profound poems in a collection readers will return to again and again. Here in the attic you will find Backward Bill, Sour Face Ann, the Meehoo with an Exactlywatt, and the Polar Bear in the Frigidaire. You will talk with Broiled Face, and find out what happens when Somebody steals your knees, you get caught by the Quick-Digesting Gink, a Mountain snores, and They Put a Brassiere on the Camel. Come on up to the attic of Shel Silverstein and let the light bring you home. And don't miss Runny Babbit Returns, the new book from Shel Silverstein!
LC Classification Number
PS3569.I47224L5 1981

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  • by maroeste58
    04 Feb, 2020Most favourable review

    Great poetry that is also funny.

    Great poetry. Good to read when you need relaxation and humor in your day. I have read some of the poems to friends and they love it.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: thrift.books

  • by qcjlf193-2
    13 Feb, 2020

    Can't beat Shel !

    Shel Silverstein is a national treasure. This, .like all his works, is just great.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: thrift.books

  • by rachelbananaboat
    01 May, 2018

    Great for PreSchoolers!

    Great poetry for PreSchoolers and early grades at school. Funny, wacky , yet thought provoking and not too long or too short. Just right .

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: thrift.books

  • by vap0rofdeath
    14 Sep, 2024

    Interesting To Look Back On These Poems ...

    Interesting To Look Back On These Poems & Get A Much Different Perspective On Them… Easy To Put Together A Set :) 👾

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: thrift.books

  • by lmif84o5trq@deleted
    06 Mar, 2017

    Great deal

    My brandbaby deal loves it

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

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