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A quirky tale of a restaurant man on the edge of the big north woods who encounters a talking blue moose. The moose, offering its services, takes on the role of head waiter to steer the dining experience. Through their unlikely partnership, the story explores hospitality, wilderness, and a touch of whimsical adventure.
First publish date: 1975
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Daniel Manus Pinkwater
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