The Magician’s Elephant
by Kate DiCamillo, Yoko Tanaka
The Magician's Elephant by Kate DiCamillo, Yoko Tanaka holds a well received rating of 3.82 out of 5, based on 14.7K reader ratings. First published in 2009. The book spans 201 pages.
About The Magician's Elephant
In a highly awaited new novel, Kate DiCamillo conjures a haunting fable about trusting the unexpected — and making the extraordinary come true.What if? Why not? Could it be?When a fortuneteller's tent appears in the market square of the city of Baltese, orphan Peter Augustus Duchene knows the questions that he needs to ask: Does his sister still live? And if so, how can he find her? The fortuneteller's mysterious answer (an elephant! An elephant will lead him there!) sets off a chain of events so remarkable, so impossible, that you will hardly dare to believe it’s true. With atmospheric illustrations by fine artist Yoko Tanaka, here is a dreamlike and captivating tale that could only be narrated by Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo. In this timeless fable, she evokes the largest of themes — hope and belonging, desire and compassion — with the lightness of a magician’s touch.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Kate DiCamillo, Yoko Tanaka |
| Published | 2009 |
| Pages | 201 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult |
| Average Rating | 3.82 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 14,726 |
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What genre is The Magician's Elephant?
The Magician's Elephant is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Magician's Elephant worth reading?
Based on 14.7K reader ratings, The Magician's Elephant has an average score of 3.82 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Magician's Elephant?
The Magician's Elephant has 201 pages.
Who wrote The Magician's Elephant?
The Magician's Elephant was written by Kate DiCamillo, Yoko Tanaka. It was first published in 2009.
What is the ISBN for The Magician's Elephant?
The ISBN-13 for The Magician's Elephant is 9780763644110.0.
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