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The Widow's Broom

Published
Oct 1992
Main Genre
Fantasy Fantasy
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Pages
32

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The enchanting story of a widow who finds herself in possession of an extraordinary broom after a witch falls into her garden.

Some of Minna Shaw's neighbors don't trust her clever broom. "It's dangerous," they say. But Minna appreciates the broom's help. She enjoys its quiet company.

But one day two children get taught a well-deserved lesson by the broom. For her neighbors, this is proof of the broom's evil spirit. Minna is obligated to give up her dear companion. 

Chris Van Allsburg, master of the mysterious, brings this tale to life with moody and memorable pictures that will haunt readers long after the book's covers are closed—now in a new edition to celebrate this beloved book's twenty-fifth anniversary. 
Perfect for Halloween readingA charming cozy seasonal pick

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Oct 1992 Houghton Mifflin ISBN 0395640512
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Aug 2018 HMH Books for Young Readers ISBN B07896P7BB
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Aug 2018 Houghton Mifflin ISBN 0547528116
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