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Balderdash! tells the story of John Newbery, the first true pioneer of children’s literature. In the 1700s when most books were moralist lessons, Newbery introduced books rich in stories, science, and play. His belief that books should delight the reader changed the field forever and gave name to the Newbery Medal.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Michelle Markel
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