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Poppy

by Avi

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ISBN13: 9780380727698
ISBN10: 0380727692
Condition: Standard
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This award-winning novel by the beloved author is reissued to coincide with the hardcover release of its sequel, Poppy and Rye.

As ruler of Dimwood Forest, Ocax, the hoot owl, has promised to protect the mice occupying an abandoned farmhouse as long as they ask permission before "moving about". Poppy, a timid dormouse, is a loyal, obedient subject — until she sees Ocax devour her finace. To prove that the intimidating ruler is a phony, Poppy embarks on a dangerous and eye-opening quest, which ends with her one-on-one battle with Ocax.

Synopsis:

Poppy, a timid dormouse, is a loyal, obedient subject of Ocax, the hoot owl who rules Dimwood Forest--until she sees Ocax devour her fiance. To prove that the intimidating ruler who promised to protect mice is a phony, Poppy embarks on a dangerous and eye-opening quest, which ends with her one-on-one battle with Ocax. Winner of the "Horn Book" Award.

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King of the Night

At the very edge of Dimwood Forest stood an old charred oak where, silhouetted by the moon, a great horned owl sat waiting. The owls name was Mr. Ocax, and he looked like death himself. With his piercing gaze, he surveyed the lands he called his own, watching for the creatures he considered his subjects. Not one of them ever dared to cross his path. . .until the terrible night when two little mice went dancing in the moonlight. . .

About the Author

Avi is the author of the Newbery Medal-winning Crispin: The Cross of Lead and the Newbery Honor Books Nothing But the Truth and The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle. He writes the beloved animal adventure series that includes Ragweed, Poppy, winner of the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award, Poppy and Rye, Ereth's Birthday, and Poppy's Return. His many other books include Don't You Know There's a War On? and The Mayor of Central Park—an animal adventure set in Manhattan's most famous park.

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Heather Hardman, March 21, 2009 (view all comments by Heather Hardman)
I have read all the Poppy books to my children. Their favorite part is Ereth's "swearing", which brings forth giggles and lots of smiles. (The swearing is not really bad words; it's a grumpy yet loveable porcupine's way of letting off steam: comical yet quite innocent.)These books are fun to read aloud and have lots of adventure. I highly recommend them.
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Febe, March 1, 2009 (view all comments by Febe)
The Poppy series was a great discovery for us. I was getting so tired of The Magic Tree House, and then we found these sweet, fun books by Avi. The characters have exciting adventures getting away from an owl, finding a new home, and the language is so rich and playful. I love reading these out loud to my daughter, and she keeps begging me to read more!
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780380727698
ill.:
Floca, Brian
Author:
Floca, Brian
Author:
Avi
Author:
by Avi and Brian Floca
Publisher:
HarperTrophy
Location:
New York :
Subject:
Fiction
Subject:
Animals
Subject:
Action & Adventure
Subject:
Animals - Mice Hamsters Guinea Pigs etc.
Subject:
Children's 9-12 - Fiction - General
Subject:
Animals - Birds
Subject:
Owls
Subject:
Mice
Subject:
Juveniles
Subject:
Survival
Subject:
Survival -- Fiction.
Subject:
Action & Adventure - General
Copyright:
Edition Description:
1st Harper Trophy ed.
Series:
The Poppy Stories
Series Volume:
105-5
Publication Date:
January 1999
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
RL: 4.9.
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
160
Dimensions:
7.58x5.20x.68 in. .29 lbs.
Age Level:
08-12

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