Unexpectedly Bart (King!): "The Magic Library"

La Biblioteca Magica (1960), by Gianfilippo Usellini

From Atlante dell’Arte Italiana, via.

Reviews for DRAKE!

“This book has a lot going for it. There’s an immensely likable protagonist and his marvelous twin friends, a school life that feels true and a mystery that really engages the reader.” San Francisco Review of Books

"Readers after funny fare will enjoy the book's absurdities, alien misunderstandings, and wordplay." Booklist

"Clever ... a sci-fi narrative with an enjoyable main character." Kirkus

"A strong character snags interest and keeps it... clever humor and a great central protagonist to carry readers along to the end." Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"Librarians will find that young readers empathize with the birdwatcher and his friends...children will enjoy the school and friendship aspects of the [funny adventure]." Teacher Librarian Magazine

“…an intergalactic adventure [with] an interesting premise…” School Library Journal

Unexpectedly Bart (King!)

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February 2, 2012

"The Magic Library"

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