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Leonard, a curious adventurer, embarks on a thrilling journey through the mysterious Zabajaba Jungle, filled with unexpected and sometimes terrifying encounters such as carnivorous flowers and a petrified monster.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: William Steig
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