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The quiltmaker grows up in a life of affluence and protection, but her journey takes an unexpected turn when she ventures beyond her hometown and encounters stark poverty. Witnessing the needs of others compels her to reassess her values, leading to a profound personal transformation and a renewed sense of purpose centered on generosity and compassionate action.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Jeff Brumbeau
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