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While bedridden, a young boy finds a mysterious fishing box in the attic. As he opens it, a fantastical river world bursts into life. The boy, now transported to the vibrant, magical world of the Amazon, embarks on a thrilling adventure to catch mythical fish. The story combines the boy's ordinary world with the extraordinary realm of the Amazon, blending real fishing stories with fantastic elements.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Allen Say
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