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As I Lay Dying
1930
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 1964 · Est. 1 hour read
The Wishing Tree
Written by William Faulkner
A birthday adventure leads to a magical wishing tree.
3.5 Goodreads · 641 ratings
96 pages· 9,827 words· Est. 1 hour read· ~750L
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Bookroo's summary
On her birthday, a girl and her friends follow a mysterious red-haired boy on a quest to find the legendary wishing tree. As they journey through enchanting landscapes, unexpected magic unfolds, challenging their beliefs and desires. Will they find the tree and what wishes will it grant? This whimsical adventure promises surprises at every turn, testing friendships and revealing the true power of wishes.
From the publisher
The only known children’s book written by William Faulkner, which he wrote as a gift.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 96
- Words
- 9,827
- Reading age
- 10–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- ~750L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- ~4.8
- F&P level
- ~R
Publication
- Published
- January 1, 1968
- First published
- January 1, 1964
- Publisher
- Chatto Windus
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780701102401
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