Corduroy
by Don Freeman
Corduroy by Don Freeman holds a highly rated rating of 4.28 out of 5, based on 160.9K reader ratings. First published in 1948. The book spans 32 pages.
About Corduroy
Have you ever dreamed of being locked in a department store at night? The endearing story of Corduroy paints a picture of the adventures that might unfold (for a teddy bear at least) in such a situation. When all the shoppers have gone home for the night, Corduroy climbs down from the shelf to look for his missing button. It's a brave new world! He accidentally gets on an elevator that he thinks must be a mountain and sees the furniture section that he thinks must be a palace. He tries to pull a button off the mattress, but he ends up falling off the bed and knocking over a lamp. The night watchman hears the crash, finds Corduroy, and puts him back on the shelf downstairs. The next morning, he finds that it's his lucky day! A little girl buys him with money she saved in her piggy bank and takes him home to her room. Corduroy decides that this must be home and that Lisa must be his friend. Youngsters will never get tired of this toy-comes-alive tale with a happy ending, so you may also want to seek out Dan Freeman's next creation, A Pocket for Corduroy. (Ages 3 to 8)
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Don Freeman |
| Published | 1948 |
| Pages | 32 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 4.28 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 160,860 |
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What genre is Corduroy?
Corduroy is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Corduroy worth reading?
Based on 160.9K reader ratings, Corduroy has an average score of 4.28 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Corduroy?
Corduroy has 32 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Corduroy?
Corduroy was written by Don Freeman. It was first published in 1948.
What is the ISBN for Corduroy?
The ISBN-13 for Corduroy is 9780670241330.0.
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