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Madeleine L'Engle’s short play adapts the biblical narrative of Jonah and the Great Fish into a child‑friendly morality drama. Presented as an American Bible play, it has been praised for its simplicity, engaging ideas for discussion, and evocative black‑and‑white illustrations.
First publish date: 1967
Genre: Drama & Plays/Drama
Authors: Madeleine L'Engle
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