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Clara and the Man with Books in His Window

María Teresa Andruetto

Set in rural Argentina in the 1920s, this story follows Clara, the daughter of a poor laundress, and Juan, a wealthy man who rarely leaves his house. Clara discovers books after meeting Juan, and the two form a friendship as he lends them to her. Juan fears that society will not accept who he is, but their connection eventually brings him outside. The story considers friendship, books, and being true to oneself.

This book appears on 2 reading lists across 1 edition from 2 organizations.

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Book details

Themes
Books And Reading · Courage · Friendship · History · Self Acceptance
Format
Hardcover
Publisher
Greystone Kids
Published
May 20, 2025
Pages
56
ISBN-13
9781778402517
Language
English
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