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Miss Rumphius by Barbara Cooney (1985, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherPenguin Young Readers Group
ISBN-100140505393
ISBN-139780140505399
eBay Product ID (ePID)53869
Product Key Features
Book TitleMiss Rumphius
Number of Pages32 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicTravel, Classics, Nature & The Natural World / Environment, General, Family / General (See Also Headings under Social Themes), People & Places / United States / General
Publication Year1985
IllustratorYes
GenreJuvenile Fiction
AuthorBarbara Cooney
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.1 in
Item Weight4.4 Oz
Item Length8 in
Item Width9.9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience
LCCN85-040447
Dewey Edition19
Grade FromKindergarten
Grade ToThird Grade
Dewey Decimal[E]
SynopsisAlice made a promise to make the world a more beautiful place, then a seed of an idea is planted and blossoms into a beautiful plan. This beloved classic and celebration of nature--written by a beloved Caldecott winner--is lovelier than ever Barbara Cooney's story of Alice Rumphius, who longed to travel the world, live in a house by the sea, and do something to make the world more beautiful, has a timeless quality that resonates with each new generation. The countless lupines that bloom along the coast of Maine are the legacy of the real Miss Rumphius, the Lupine Lady, who scattered lupine seeds everywhere she went. Miss Rumphius received the American Book Award in the year of publication. The illustrations have been reoriginated, going back to the original art to ensure state-of-the-art reproduction of Cooney's exquisite artwork. The art for Miss Rumphius has a permanent home in the Bowdoin College Museum of Art., Alice made a promise to make the world a more beautiful place, then a seed of an idea is planted and blossoms into a beautiful plan. This beloved classic and celebration of nature--written by a beloved Caldecott winner--is lovelier than ever! Barbara Cooney's story of Alice Rumphius, who longed to travel the world, live in a house by the sea, and do something to make the world more beautiful, has a timeless quality that resonates with each new generation. The countless lupines that bloom along the coast of Maine are the legacy of the real Miss Rumphius, the Lupine Lady, who scattered lupine seeds everywhere she went. Miss Rumphius received the American Book Award in the year of publication. The illustrations have been reoriginated, going back to the original art to ensure state-of-the-art reproduction of Cooney's exquisite artwork. The art for Miss Rumphius has a permanent home in the Bowdoin College Museum of Art.
LC Classification NumberPZ7.C783Mi 1985
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- Nov 06, 2023
Love this book!
This book is one of my childhood favorites. I am so happy to have it again!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Oct 05, 2016
Beautiful illustrations
Wonderful story with a great point to make the world more beautiful. Very beautiful illustrations.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jul 29, 2020
Making the world prettier
Would doesn’t love someone taking the time to make the world a beautiful place with flowersVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Aug 21, 2023
Perfect
Lovely story for children. Based on a real lady's life.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 22, 2022
Miss Rumphis
A wonderful heartwarming story with great illustrations To be shared between grandparents and children together.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- May 20, 2020
Good today in the age of Covid for adults and children
Wonderful story and so appropriate for todayVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Dec 30, 2020
Inspiring classic
A favorite that I give often to children and adults.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- May 27, 2022
Enjoy
Nice storyVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 05, 2016
My son's teacher recommended in the school
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
