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In this gentle children’s tale, a wooden doll who has spent years tucked away in an attic worries that she will never find a child to cherish her again. When a parade of friendly animals arrives, they show the doll that love can be shared in many forms, turning her long‑held fear into newfound joy and connection. The story celebrates imagination, companionship, and the simple wonder of being part of someone’s world.
First publish date: 1925
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Margery Williams Bianco
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