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Miles and his Swamp Band are in high spirits as they perform at the grand Alligator Ball, reveling in music and camaraderie. Their joy turns to chaos when they realize the ball’s menu boasts a dish called Swamp Band soup, sparking a frantic, humorous scramble to keep the music going while dodging swampy surprises.
First publish date: 1984
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Thacher Hurd
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