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“That small circle of earth became a second home to both of us. Gardening boring? Never! It has surprise, tragedy, startling developments - a soap opera growing out of the ground. I'd forgotten that tremolo of expectation produced by a tiny forest of sprouts.”

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Paul Fleischman

Paul Fleischman is an American writer renowned for his works in children's literature. His books are celebrated for their rich imagination and emotional depth, making them highly popular among readers. more

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