Abracadabra Kid: A Writer's Life
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Told with verve and humor, Newbery-winner Sid Fleischman recalls his early years in San Diego during the Depression, reveals how he became captivated by magic, theater, and story — all of which influenced the man he grew into.
Age Level: Middle Grade