Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1973
Duffy and the Devil
By Harve Zemach, Margot Zemach (Illustrator)
A cunning deal with a devil tests a young woman's wit in a Cornish village.
40 pages· 2,260 words· Est. 18 min read-aloud
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Summary: In a quaint Cornish village, Duffy strikes a dangerous bargain with a devilish figure. As the stakes rise, she must outsmart the trickster to save herself. Will her cleverness prevail, or will the devil claim victory? This tale, rich with local dialect and humor, brings a fresh twist to a classic story, set against the backdrop of England's rugged coast. Dive into a world where wit battles wickedness, and every choice could be Duffy's last.

