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Tales of Mystery and Magic

Written by Hugh Lupton · Illustrated by Agnese Baruzzi

Barefoot Books · 2019 · 7+

Anthology · PB · Fiction

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Step into seven retold tales of magic, wit and mystery, including moving skeletons and crafty blackbirds. The publisher identifies story traditions from India, Chile, Seneca, Scotland, Russia, West Africa and Inuit nations. Hugh Lupton's narration accompanies Agnese Baruzzi's illustrations. Barefoot Books recommends ages 6 and up; the Manor's folklore genre begins at 7+.

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