When Jessie came across the sea
byAmy Hest
5.0/ 5
1 ratings
About This Book
When a young girl from a poor eastern European village learns that she must leave her beloved grandmother for a new life - and a new love - in America, they both feel that their hearts will break. The sure and inspired narrative by award-winning author Amy Hest is paired with paintings by P.J. Lynch that glow with warmth and carefully observed detail, creating an unforgettable tribute to the immigrant experience. - Publisher.
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Book Details
First Published
1997
Pages
40 pages
Rating
5.0 / 5
Ratings
1
Editions
12
Publisher
Walker Books
Language
ENG, CHI, SPA
Status
Published
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