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Name: Babar and the ghost
Rating: 4.5 (2 reviews)
Author: Laurent de Brunhoff

📘 Babar and the ghost by Laurent de Brunhoff

In this juvenile adventure, Babar and his family are followed by the ghost of the Black Castle, which lures them back to Celesteville. The tale combines Babar’s familiar world with suspenseful ghostly intrigue, offering a playful exploration of courage and mystery for young readers.

First publish date: 1981

Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers

Authors: Laurent de Brunhoff

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