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Onion John

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By Joseph Krumgold
Publisher Crowell
Onion John
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The story of a friendship between a 12yearold boy and an immigrant handyman, almost wrecked by the good intentions of the townspeople. One of the distinguished books of our time. . . . The writing has dignity and strength.School Library Journal. 1960 Newbery Medal; ALA Notable Childrens Books of 19401970.

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57552 words57,552 words
248 pages248 pages
Lexile 710LLexile 710L
Grade 5 to 99Grade 5 to 99
Published 1959Published 1959

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Book ISBN:

0690599579

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