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Spoon for Every Bite tells the tale of a poor couple who ask a rich neighbor to become their child’s godfather. Once the two families are closely connected, the parents devise a cunning plot to prey on the neighbor’s pride and lavishness, ultimately aiming to confiscate his wealth. The story explores themes of betrayal, greed, and social inequality.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Joe Hayes
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