The Ice-cream Machine
No. of pages 59
Published: 1998
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In "The Ice-Cream Machine" by Guy Parke Rees, the narrative intertwines the lives of several characters against the backdrop of a small town and its beloved ice cream shop. The story explores themes of nostalgia, community, and the bittersweet nuances of life as people grapple with their dreams and disappointments. Each character's relationship with the ice cream shop reveals deeper emotional truths, illustrating how a simple treat can evoke memories and shape connections. Through poignant moments and vivid imagery, the novel captures the essence of human experience, making the familiar taste of ice cream a metaphor for life’s fleeting joys. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is part of a book series called Mammoth Storybooks .
There are 59 pages in this book. This book was published in 1998 by Egmont UK Ltd .
After an early career as a teacher and freelance feature writer for major Scottish newspapers, Julie Bertagna has quickly established a reputation as an author of powerful and original fiction for young people. She lives in Glasgow with her husband and young daughter. Guy Parker-Rees has illustrated numerous books for children, including the bestselling sensation Giraffes Can't Dance . He lives in Brighton, England, and he invites you to visit him online at guyparkerrees. com.
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