Door in the Wall : (Newbery Medal Winner) by Marguerite de Angeli (1990, Digest Paperback)

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PublisherRandom House Children's Books
ISBN-100440402832
ISBN-139780440402831
eBay Product ID (ePID)139675

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Book TitleDoor in the Wall : (Newbery Medal Winner)
Number of Pages128 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1990
TopicClassics, Royalty, General, Social Themes / Disabilities & Special Needs, People & Places / Europe, Historical / Medieval
IllustratorYes
FeaturesReprint
GenreJuvenile Fiction, Young Adult Fiction
AuthorMarguerite De Angeli
FormatDigest Paperback

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Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight3.4 Oz
Item Length7.6 in
Item Width5.2 in

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Intended AudienceYoung Adult Audience
LCCN88-031291
TitleLeadingThe
Reviews"A poignant story, full of action, and a strongly painted canvas of the times as well." -- The New Yorker "One has a feeling of the authenticity of the pageantry and atmosphere of medieval England...the illustrations are beautifully handled." --Kirkus Reviews
Grade FromSeventh Grade
Grade ToSeventh Grade
Edition DescriptionReprint
SynopsisWINNER OF THE NEWBERY MEDAL . A PARADE BEST KIDS BOOK OF ALL TIME . An uplifting story of resilience set in medieval times about a boy who learns to overcome obstacles and ultimately save the castle. This historical fiction novel is a classic for all ages! "An enthralling and inspiring tale of triumph." -The New York Times Ever since he can remember, Robin, child of Sir John de Bureford, has been told what is expected of him as the son of a nobleman. He must learn the ways of knighthood. But Robin's destiny is changed suddenly when he falls ill and loses the use of his legs. Fearing a plague, his servants abandon him, and Robin is left alone. A monk named Brother Luke rescues Robin and takes him to the hospice of St. Mark's, where he is taught woodcarving and patience and strength. Says Brother Luke, "Thou hast only to follow the wall far enough and there will be a door in it." Robin learns soon enough what Brother Luke means. When the great castle of Lindsay is in danger, Robin discovers that there is more than one way to serve his king., WINNER OF THE NEWBERY MEDAL - A PARADE BEST KIDS BOOK OF ALL TIME - An uplifting story of resilience set in medieval times about a boy who learns to overcome obstacles and ultimately save the castle. This historical fiction novel is a classic for all ages! "An enthralling and inspiring tale of triumph." -- The New York Times Ever since he can remember, Robin, child of Sir John de Bureford, has been told what is expected of him as the son of a nobleman. He must learn the ways of knighthood. But Robin's destiny is changed suddenly when he falls ill and loses the use of his legs. Fearing a plague, his servants abandon him, and Robin is left alone. A monk named Brother Luke rescues Robin and takes him to the hospice of St. Mark's, where he is taught woodcarving and patience and strength. Says Brother Luke, "Thou hast only to follow the wall far enough and there will be a door in it." Robin learns soon enough what Brother Luke means. When the great castle of Lindsay is in danger, Robin discovers that there is more than one way to serve his king., Winner of the Newbery Award, this "enthralling and inspiring tale of triumph. . . . make s] life in England during the Middle Ages come alive" ( The New York Times ). Ever since he can remember, Robin, child of Sir John de Bureford, has been told what is expected of him as the son of a nobleman. He must learn the ways of knighthood. But Robin's destiny is changed suddenly when he falls ill and loses the use of his legs. Fearing a plague, his servants abandon him, and Robin is left alone. A monk named Brother Luke rescues Robin and takes him to the hospice of St. Mark's, where he is taught woodcarving and patience and strength. Says Brother Luke, "Thou hast only to follow the wall far enough and there will be a door in it." Robin learns soon enough what Brother Luke means. When the great castle of Lindsay is in danger, Robin discovers that there is more than one way to serve his king. "A poignant story, full of action, and a strongly painted canvas of the times as well." -- The New Yorker

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