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When Ziggi wonders why he was born, he is taken on the flight of his life in search of the answer. Through this adventure, he learns about himself and the world around him, uncovering the meanings that guide his future.
First publish date: January 9, 2007
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Babette Cole
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