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In this warm Christmas story, a determined donkey faces ridicule from the other animals as he sets out on a steadfast journey toward the newborn Christ Child. Despite obstacles and scorn, his unwavering resolve embodies faith and hope, inviting children to follow his example of perseverance and devotion. The narrative remains accessible to juvenile readers while celebrating the nativity scene’s timeless virtues.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Gerda Marie Scheidl
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