Status
Available
Genres
Collections
Publication
David R Godine Pub (1986), Edition: 1st, 84 pages
Description
Orphaned Erich's life as an unloved drudge begins to change when old Ula, the town's most skillful clockmaker, takes him on as his helper.
User reviews
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A wonderful, touching story about a young orphan boy and an old clockmaker. After meeting each other, the boy experiences happiness for the first time. I don’t want to reveal too much of the story, but the two share something miraculous. It’s a heartwarming story with beautiful pencil drawn
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illustrations. It is not a difficult read but should definitely be read aloud to children that aren’t ready to read for themselves! Show Less
Awards
Nebraska Golden Sower Award (Nominee — 1990)
Utah Beehive Book Award (Nominee — Children's Fiction — 1990)
William Allen White Children's Book Award (Nominee — 1989-1990)
Language
Original language
English
Physical description
84 p.; 9.25 inches
ISBN
0879236531 / 9780879236533