The Pain and the Great One
No. of pages 32
Published: 1988
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"The Pain and the Great One" by Judy Blume follows the amusing and relatable sibling rivalry between a young girl named Abby and her younger brother, Jake, often referred to as "The Pain" and "The Great One," respectively. Through alternating narratives, the siblings share their perspectives on everyday experiences, from family dynamics to school life. Abby feels overshadowed by Jake's charm and talents, while Jake grapples with being seen as the favorite. Their humorous interactions highlight themes of love, jealousy, and the complexities of growing up in a family, ultimately showcasing the bond that can exist despite their differences. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book features in the following series: Piper Picture, The Pain And the Great One .
There are 32 pages in this book.
This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).
This book was published in 1988 by Pan Macmillan .
For several decades, Judy Blume has been winning legions of fans around the world with her stories. More than 75 million copies of her books have been sold, and her work has been translated into twenty-eight languages. Judy lives on islands up and down the east coast of America with her husband.
