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The Funny Little Woman (Picture Puffins)

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The Funny Little Woman (Picture Puffins)

In this Caldecott Medal-winning tale set in Old Japan, a lively little woman who loves to laugh pursues her runaway dumplingâ€”and must outwit the wicked three-eyed oni when she lands in their clutches.
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â€œThe pictures are in perfect harmony with the humorous mood of the story. . . . Itâ€™s all done with a commendable amount of taste, imagination, and style.â€â€”School Library Journal (starred review)
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â€œA beautifully convincing tale.â€â€”The New York Times Book Review
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â€œUsing elements of traditional Japanese art, the illustrator has made marvelously imaginative pictures.â€â€”The Horn Book
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â€œLentâ€™s pictures are a lively blend of finely detailed, delicate drawings and rip-roaring good humor.â€â€”The Boston Globe
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â€œA good read-aloud with lots of suspense.â€â€”Learning
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Awards:
ALA Notable Childrenâ€™s Book
Child Study Association Book of the Year
The Horn Book Fanfare
Country USA
Brand Puffin Books
Manufacturer Puffin Books
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9780140547535
Color Multicolor
ReleaseDate 1993-02-14
UnitCount 1
Format Picture Book
EANs 9780140547535

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