Fall of Freddie the Leaf : A Story of Life for All Ages by Leo Buscaglia (1982, Hardcover)

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PublisherSlack, Incorporated
ISBN-100943432898
ISBN-139780943432892
eBay Product ID (ePID)2385710

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Book TitleFall of Freddie the Leaf : a Story of Life for All Ages
Number of Pages28 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1982
Topicconcepts / Seasons, Social Themes / Death & Dying, Death, Grief, Bereavement, Social Themes / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance, General
IllustratorYes
GenreJuvenile Fiction, Family & Relationships
AuthorLeo Buscaglia
FormatHardcover

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Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight7.1 Oz
Item Length7.2 in
Item Width8.2 in

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Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN81-086645
TitleLeadingThe
Grade FromPreschool
Dewey Decimal[E]
Grade ToCollege Graduate Student
Synopsishe Fall of Freddie the Leaf touches children and adults alike, illustrating the delicate balance between life and death. The Fall of Freddie the Leaf is a warm, thought-provoking story about how Freddie and his companion leaves change with the passing seasons and the coming of winter. This beautiful and engaging tale has also been made into a film narrated by Leo Buscaglia, The beloved classic from New York Times bestselling author Leo Buscaglia that has helped thousands of children and adults come to grips with life and death-a warm, wonderfully wise, and strikingly simple story about a leaf named Freddie. Appropriate for all ages-from toddlers to adults-and featuring beautiful nature photographs throughout, this poignant, thought-provoking story follows Freddie and his companions as their leaves change with the passing seasons and the coming of winter, finally falling to the ground with winter's snow. An inspiring allegory that illustrates the delicate balance between life and death, The Fall of Freddie the Leaf has helped a generation of readers navigate death and dying, grief and bereavement, the passage of time, and loss of a loved one. Leo Buscaglia approached life with joy and enthusiasm. He pursued a path of perpetual learning that took him to places of wonder, excitement, and enlightenment. His sense of urgency to live life now and explore all that is possible was contagious to all who know him. His life was dedicated to the single concept of "Love" and all the beautiful and positive elements that it encompasses., The beloved classic from New York Times bestselling author Leo Buscaglia that has helped thousands of children and adults come to grips with life and death--a warm, wonderfully wise, and strikingly simple story about a leaf named Freddie. Appropriate for all ages--from toddlers to adults--and featuring beautiful nature photographs throughout, this poignant, thought-provoking story follows Freddie and his companions as their leaves change with the passing seasons and the coming of winter, finally falling to the ground with winter's snow. An inspiring allegory that illustrates the delicate balance between life and death, The Fall of Freddie the Leaf has helped a generation of readers navigate death and dying, grief and bereavement, the passage of time, and loss of a loved one. Leo Buscaglia approached life with joy and enthusiasm. He pursued a path of perpetual learning that took him to places of wonder, excitement, and enlightenment. His sense of urgency to live life now and explore all that is possible was contagious to all who know him. His life was dedicated to the single concept of "Love" and all the beautiful and positive elements that it encompasses., This story by Leo Buscaglia is a warm, wonderfully wise and strikingly simple story about a leaf names Freddie. How Freddie and his companion leaves change with the passing seasons, finally falling to the ground with winter's snow, is an inspiring allegory illustrating the delicate balance between life and death.

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  • A must read

    I have shared this book with many friends, all have loved it and some have bought a copy for themselves. A great book to read when you have someone close dying or facing a very difficult life trial. You NEED this book in your library.

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  • great book!

    Leo Buscaglia crafted a wonderful tale, that, perhaps, makes death not so feared...

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  • For young and old impacted by death

    I give to families when there is a death. Helps young and old with the circle of life.

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  • The Fall Of Freddie The Leaf

    Excellent book for all ages!

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  • Unique

    It is so true to life for all ages

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