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“Anyone who thinks small towns are friendlier than big cities lives in a big city.”

Quote by Richard Peck

Book:A Year Down Yonder

Work

A Year Down Yonder

This book is a semi-autobiographical account of a young girl's experiences living with her grandmother in the countryside during the 1930s. The narrative explores themes of family, poverty, and the resilience of the human spirit. more

Author

Richard Peck is an American novelist, born on April 10, 1934. He is known for his works in children's literature, which have been highly appreciated by readers. more

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