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In *The Widow’s Broom*, a solitary widow relies on a worn‑out broom belonging to a local witch for her everyday chores. When the townsfolk begin to suspect the broom is possessed by malicious magic, they confront the widow and the enchanted object, creating a playful battle between belief and skepticism. The story blends gentle humor with imaginative magic, inviting readers to reconsider whether small wonders can truly be dangerous, or merely misunderstood.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Chris Van Allsburg
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