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The Skydiving Beavers: A True Tale

Susan Wood, illustrated by Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen

In the years immediately following World War II, residents of McCall, Idaho, confront a problem. The town is characterized as an appealing resort community in Idaho's backcountry. Mountain views surround a sparkling lake, and the area contains plentiful forests. Susan Wood is credited as the author of this 32-page book. It was published by Sleeping Bear Press on April 15, 2017.

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Themes
Geography · History · Nature
Format
Hardcover
Publisher
Sleeping Bear Press
Published
April 15, 2017
Pages
32
ISBN-13
9781585369942
Language
English
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