Elsie in New York and the Purple Dress
Published: 2006
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"Elsie in New York and the Purple Dress" follows the charming adventures of young Elsie as she arrives in the bustling city of New York. With dreams of making it big and a vibrant purple dress that captures her spirit, she embarks on an exploration of the city's sights, sounds, and hidden gems. Along the way, Elsie encounters quirky characters, faces unexpected challenges, and discovers the importance of friendship and believing in oneself. Her journey is not just about navigating the city, but also about finding her place and embracing the magic of possibility in a vast new world. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.
This book was published in 2006 by Blackstone Audiobooks .
Born William Sydney Porter in 1862, O. Henry lived a turbulent life including a brief spell in jail on a charge of embezzlement. Whilst there, he began writing and, once released, made a name for himself as a prolific short-story writer. He has ten collections and over 600 short stories in print. He died in 1910. P. J. Lynch is one of today's most talented and revered illustrators. He has twice won the Kate Greenaway Medal, in 1995 for The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey, and in 1997 for When Jessie Came Over the Sea (9780744569636). He is also the illustrator of the bestselling A Christmas Carol and East O' the Sun and West O' the Moon (9781844284986). P. J. lives in Dublin.