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In this children’s tale, a grizzly bear known as Gruff the Grump responds to a small rabbit’s heartfelt request for help. In gratitude, Gruff presents the rabbit with simple gifts that illuminate the rabbit’s own hidden loneliness and hardship.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Steve Smallman
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