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Escape from Shangri-La
By Morpurgo, Michael
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-0-39923-311-1
- Publisher
- New York : Philomel Books, 1998.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on November 1, 1998
Gr 5-8 Eleven-year-old Cessie is thrilled when the elderly, rain-soaked tramp staring at her house turns out to be the grandfather she's never known. Her mother also accepts "Popsicle." Her father, who hasn't seen his dad since he was five years old, is less than enthusiastic. However, when the older man has a stroke and can't remember where he lives, Arthur relents and lets him stay with his family while he recuperates. Eventually, Cessie's parents place him in the Shangri-La nursing home. The girl then takes action, find...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
