“They walked for a while, all silent in their thoughts, until they reached the car and Alec drew a fine telescope from his shirt and handed it to Milo. "Carry this with you on your journey," he said softly, "for there is much worth noticing that often escapes the eye. Through it you can see everything from the tender moss in a sidewalk crack to the glow of the farthest star — and, most important of all, you can see things as they really are, not just as they seem to be. It's my gift to you.”
Quote by Norton Juster
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The phantom tollbooth
In this classic children's book, Milo, a bored and uninterested boy, is transported into a magical realm where he encounters various characters and challenges. The story combines elements of fantasy, humor, and intellectual exploration, encouraging readers to think critically and enjoy the beauty of language and imagination. more
Author
Norton Juster
Norton Juster is an American author renowned for his children's literature. His most famous work, 'Charlotte's Web,' has been a beloved classic since its publication in 1952. Beyond children's literature, Juster has also ventured into adult fiction and poetry. more
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