Ox-Cart Man (Picture Puffin)
by Donald Hall, Barbara Cooney
Ox-Cart Man by Donald Hall, Barbara Cooney holds a highly rated rating of 4.03 out of 5, based on 12K reader ratings. First published in 1979. The book spans 40 pages.
About Ox-Cart Man
Winner of the Caldecott MedalThus begins a lyrical journey through the days and weeks, the months, and the changing seasons in the life of one New Englander and his family. The oxcart man packs his goods - the wool from his sheep, the shawl his wife made, the mittens his daughter knitted, and the linen they wove. He packs the birch brooms his son carved, and even a bag of goose feathers from the barnyard geese.He travels over hills, through valleys, by streams, past farms and villages. At Portsmouth Market he sells his goods, one by one - even his beloved ox. Then, with his pockets full of coins, he wanders through the market, buying provisions for his family, and returns to his home. And the cycle begins again."Like a pastoral symphony translated into picture book format, the stunning combination of text and illustrations recreates the mood of 19-century rural New England."--The Horn Book
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Donald Hall, Barbara Cooney |
| Published | 1979 |
| Pages | 40 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Fiction, Classics, Poetry |
| Average Rating | 4.03 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 12,019 |
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What genre is Ox-Cart Man?
Ox-Cart Man is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction, Classics, Poetry. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Ox-Cart Man worth reading?
Based on 12K reader ratings, Ox-Cart Man has an average score of 4.03 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Ox-Cart Man?
Ox-Cart Man has 40 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Ox-Cart Man?
Ox-Cart Man was written by Donald Hall, Barbara Cooney. It was first published in 1979.
What is the ISBN for Ox-Cart Man?
The ISBN-13 for Ox-Cart Man is 9780140504420.0.
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