“Grandma, how old is she?" "Oh I don't know." Grandma said. "You'd have to cut off her head and count the rings in her neck.”
Book:A Year Down Yonder
Quote by Richard Peck
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
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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