“When he was in school he longed to be out, and when he was out he longed to be in. On the way he thought about coming home, and coming home he thought about going. Wherever he was he wished he were somewhere else, and when he got there he wondered why he'd even bothered.”
Quote by Norton Juster
Work
The Phantom Tollbooth 50th Anniversary Edition
This 50th anniversary edition of the beloved children's novel features a timeless story of a young boy's journey through a fantastical world filled with riddles and adventures. The book is renowned for its clever wordplay and imaginative narrative, making it a cherished read for generations of young readers. 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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