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Flying Blind
By Myers, Anna
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-0-80278-879-5
- Publisher
- New York : Walker, 2003.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on November 1, 2003
Gr 4-8 This coming-of-age story, set in the early 20th century, is rich in historical and environmental detail as well as adventure. Abandoned by his mother as a baby, 13-year-old Ben has been raised by Professor Riley while traveling around the country with their Shakespearean Elocution Show selling magic elixir. The narration alternates between Ben and the Professor's caustic macaw, Murphy, whose sections are full of jealousy and resentment toward "the boy" who has monopolized the man's love and attention. When the unu...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
