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Name: E.T., the extra-terrestrial in his adventures on earth
Author: William Kotzwinkle

📘 E.T., the extra-terrestrial in his adventures on earth by William Kotzwinkle

In this juvenile science‑fiction tale, the protagonist, a gentle extraterrestrial, discovers that he has fallen out of favor with his colleagues on his home planet. In an effort to stop him from returning to Earth, they attempt to halt his journey. Meanwhile, he seeks to provide spiritual guidance to his human friend Elliott, hoping to bridge the gap between worlds.

First publish date: 1982

Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy

Authors: William Kotzwinkle

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