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The Witch of Blackbird Pond (Yearling Newbery)

by Elizabeth Ge Speare

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Synopses & Reviews

Publisher Comments:

Kit Tyler must leave behind shimmering Caribbean islands to join the stern Puritan community of her relatives. She soon feels caged, until she meets the old woman known as the Witch of Blackbird Pond. But when their friendship is discovered, Kit herself is accused of witchcraft!

Review:

"Strong plot, fully realized characters and convincing atmosphere distinguish this historical narrative of a girl whose rebellion against bigotry and her Puritan surroundings culminates in a witch hunt and trial."--Booklist.
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About the Author

Elizabeth George Speare was also the author of the Newbery Honor Book The Sign of the Beaver

From the Paperback edition.

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McFerrin, April 7, 2008 (view all comments by McFerrin)
The Witch of Blackbird Pond is one of the few books I can read over and over again. I first read it in the 7th grade, and enjoyed it. However, the more times I read it, the more I understand the actions of the characters, the irony, and the wonderful writing style. I love all the important little side plots and romances. Also, any book that can make me laugh, cry, and fall in love with the characters is awesome. I give this great book a 5!
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rockyrq2, December 6, 2006 (view all comments by rockyrq2)
i am in the 7th gade and our class is reading this book so far we are on chpt.18 and it is very interesting. Don't worry i turned 13 almost 2 weeks ago on the 27th. i'm loving the book so far thank you for taking the time to write it.
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tbarnett1985, November 16, 2006 (view all comments by tbarnett1985)
I first discovered this book when I was in seventh grade. I have since read it to my nephiew and one day I plan to read it to my own children. It has a rich tapistry to go along with a compeling story.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780440495963
Author:
Speare, Elizabeth George
Publisher:
Yearling Books
Author:
Elizabeth Speare
Author:
Speare, Elizabeth George
Location:
New York, NY
Subject:
History
Subject:
Classics
Subject:
United states
Subject:
Children's 9-12 - Literature - Classics / Contemporary
Subject:
Historical - United States - Colonial
Subject:
Horror & Ghost Stories
Subject:
Witchcraft
Subject:
Prejudices
Subject:
Magic
Subject:
Juveniles
Subject:
Children's 9-12 - Fiction - Historical
Subject:
Connecticut
Subject:
Puritans
Subject:
Occult fiction
Subject:
New england
Subject:
Historical - United States - Colonial & Revolutionary
Copyright:
1986
Edition Description:
Newbery Medal, 1959.
Large Print:
Yes
Series:
Yearling Newbery
Series Volume:
87-211
Publication Date:
February 1972
Binding:
Paperback
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
256
Dimensions:
764x524x65 41
Age Level:
09-12
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