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message 1: by Rosemarie, Northern Roaming Scholar (new) - rated it 4 stars

Rosemarie | 15972 comments Mod
Please join us for a journey through the wonderful world of words in The Phantom Tollbooth The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster by Norton Juster Norton Juster .


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Samantha Matherne (creolelitbelle) | -227 comments Mod
I think I’m one of few people I know who actually was not assigned this book during elementary or middle school. It’s short enough; I’ll try to squeeze it in.


message 3: by Rosemarie, Northern Roaming Scholar (new) - rated it 4 stars

Rosemarie | 15972 comments Mod
I learned about this book when I was getting my education degree. We had to share our favourite books in English class, and this book was mentioned a couple of times. It's a fun fast read.


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Pam (bluegrasspam) | 1189 comments Mod
I heard about this book on a podcast but never before! A friend of mine, a former school teacher, gave me a bunch of mid-grade books a few weeks ago. This was one of them so I will TRY to remember to read it and come back to this thread to discuss!


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Bernard Smith | 174 comments I was not assigned this book at school either.


message 6: by Pam, Southwest Enchanter (new) - rated it 4 stars

Pam (bluegrasspam) | 1189 comments Mod
I started listening to the audiobook today and am enjoying it! I love the description of a typical day in the Land of Doldrums! Sounds a bit like some of my days. Recognizing the similarities, I've decided to be more productive and positive today! I plan to flip through the physical book, which I have, since I tend to miss details while listening.


message 7: by Rosemarie, Northern Roaming Scholar (new) - rated it 4 stars

Rosemarie | 15972 comments Mod
That's a good idea!


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Rosemarie | 15972 comments Mod
If you like plays on words you will love this book. It also has an important message- enjoy the moment, be observant and don't waste time.


Audrey (niceyackerman) | 74 comments I love this book. My dad read it to me when I was little.


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Rosemarie | 15972 comments Mod
That must have been fun, Audrey!


Laura Tenfingers My favourite childhood book!!! I must get my hands on a copy and reread it!


message 12: by Rosemarie, Northern Roaming Scholar (new) - rated it 4 stars

Rosemarie | 15972 comments Mod
The illustrations add a lot to the book too.


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Canavan | 131 comments Rosemarie said:

The illustrations add a lot to the book too.

Yes, the great Jules Feiffer.


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