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In this retelling of the classic fairy tale, Jack climbs a towering beanstalk and confronts a fearsome ogre. Using his quick wits, he defeats the creature and secures riches for himself and his mother. The story, drawn from English folklore, captures the imagination of young readers with its adventurous plot and moral lessons of cleverness and courage.
First publish date: 1991
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Eric Metaxas
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