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Great Joy, written by Kate DiCamillo, follows 10‑year‑old Frances as she witnesses a forlorn organ grinder and his monkey performing near her apartment on the eve of Christmas. Intrigued and moved by their plight, Frances can't shake the image of the performers and wonders where they travel each night. Driven by compassion, she decides to explore their world and find a way to offer assistance, weaving themes of empathy, holiday spirit, and the bond between humans and animals into a touching, child‑friendly narrative.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Kate DiCamillo
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