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The Witch of Blackbird Pond
by Elizabeth George Speare
ISBN: 0395071143
ISBN-13: 9780395071144
Format: Hardcover
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Summary
Set in 1687 in the small Connecticut colony of Wethersfield, this masterpiece of historical fiction elegantly conveys the social conventions of Puritan life in the American colonies. Katherine "Kit" Tyler, a 16-year-old orphan who was raised by her wealthy grandfather in Barbados, books passage on a ship bound for America after his death. There, she is taken in by her only living relatives-Puritan Aunt Rachel and her family. Used to a very open household, the independent Kit tries to adapt to the Puritan lifestyle, but she finds herself unable to completely accept, or even understand, the conventions of her new surroundings. Kit finds some comfort when she befriends Hannah Tupper, an elderly widow who lives alone on the outskirts of town. Hannah, however, is believed by many to be a witch-and Kit's friendship with her ultimately puts both of them in grave danger. Throughout the course of her captivating story, author Elizabeth George Speare seamlessly weaves in details about life in colonial America, touching on and explaining such subjects as religion, the roles of women, courtship rituals, and even candle making. Winner of the 1959 Newbery Medal.
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"Strong plot, fully realized characters, and convincing atmosphere distinguish this historical narrative of a girl whose rebellion against bigotry and her Puritan surroundings culminates in a witch hunt and trial."
-- Booklist
"This thrilling and well-written historical novel has everything: a strong female protagonist standing up for her rights, suspense, a witch hunt and romance. A must read for the female history fan - and anyone else as well." -- Holly Rivlin
Bibliographic Details
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
Published date: 1958
Size: 5.75 x 8.25 inches
Weight: 0.95 pounds
Ages: 7 to 9
Synopses
In 1687 in Connecticut, Kit Tyler, feeling out of place in the Puritan household of her aunt, befriends an old woman considered a witch by the community and suddenly finds herself standing trial for witchcraft.
Publisher's Notes
Kit Tyler is marked by suspicion and disapproval from the moment she arrives on the unfamiliar shores of colonial Connecticut in 1867. Alone and desperate, she has been forced to leave her beloved home on the island of Barbados and join a family she has never met. Torn between her quest for belonging and her desire to be true to herself, Kit struggles to survive in a hostile place. Just when it seems she must give up, she finds a kindred spirit. But Kit’s friendship with Hannah Tupper, believed by the colonists to be a witch, proves more taboo than she could have imagined and ultimately forces Kit to choose between her heart and her duty.
Elizabeth George Speare’s Newbery Award–winning novel portrays a heroine whom readers will admire for her unwavering sense of truth as well as her infinite capacity to love.
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The Witch of Blackbird Pond
Speare, Elizabeth George
Houghton Mifflin Company. Hardcover. 0395071143 wear on corners or edges of the cover and DJ . Very Good. 12/1/1958. ( more information) Offered by bookbrothers.net (United States)
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The Witch of Blackbird Pond (Qty: 8)
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Houghton Mifflin Company, 1958-12-01. Hardcover. Like New. May be shiny, in some instances dust jackets are not included, no missing pages, no damage to binding, may have a remainder mark. ( more information) Offered by BEST BARGAIN BOOKS WHOLESALER, INC. (United States)
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Boston: Houghton Mifflin. Very Good/No Jacket. 1958. Later Printing. Hard Cover. 8vo - over 7 3/4" - 9 3/4" Tall 0395071143 Used . ( more information) Offered by Vashon Island Books (United States)
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Boston, MA: Houghton Mifflin Co., 1986. Fine hard cover in a fine dust jacket with just a hint of wear. NOT a library discard. NO underlining or other markings.. Reprint. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. ( more information) Offered by Daniel T. Weaver / The Book Hound (United States)
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Houghton Mifflin College Div. USED HARDCOVER. Binding:HRD Vendor: Houghton Mifflin Subject:Children: Young Adult (Gr. 7-9) Ex-Library copy with usual stamps and pocket, cover loose . 0395071143 . Binding:HRD. Vendor: Houghton Mifflin. Subject:Children: Young Adult (Gr. 7-9). Ex-Library copy with usual stamps and pocket, cover loose. ( more information) Offered by BayShore Books LLC (United States)
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Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 1958. 20th Printing. Hardcover. Good/Good. EX-LIBRARY EXPECTED MARKINGS AND ATTACHMENTS. ILLUSTRATED DUST JACKET WRAPPED IN MYLAR. ILLUSTRATED CLOTH COVER, CORNERS EXPOSED, LIGHTLY BUMPED EDGES WITH LIGHT SHELFWEAR. INTERIOR PAGES HAVE SMALL TEARS AND LIGHT SOILING WITH LIBRARY STAMPS MARKED OUT. ( more information) Offered by Mybooklocator (United States)
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Boston: Houghton Mifflin Co., 1986. A fine blue cloth hardcover with illustration on front board and a very good dustjacket (a couple of small tears that have been tape repaired). Top of front free end paper has been cut out. No markings, a very beautiful book. Copyright renewed 1986, 30th printing. ( more information) Offered by Nerman's Books and Collectibles (United States)
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Boston: Houghton Mifflin. 1986. Hardbound. NF / NF/ Mylar, Grey. Ex Lib. . ( more information) Offered by Aaron's International Booksearch (United States)
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Elizabeth George Speare
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Speare, Elizabeth George
Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company. Hardcover. 0395071143 Fair in Good dust jacket. Hardcover. First Edition, 17th Printing ($3.50 dust jacket price). Ex-library copy. . Fair. 1958. ( more information) Offered by Woodward Books (United States)
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