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Strega Nona Does It Again

Tomie dePaola author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Penguin Putnam Inc

Published:18th Apr '17

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Tomie dePaola's beloved and bestselling Strega Nona is back, with the perfect remedy for a houseguest who overstays her welcome.

Following the New York Times bestsellers Strega Nona's Gift, Strega Nona's Harvest, and Brava, Strega Nona, Tomie de Paola's beloved Strega Nona is back, with the perfect remedy for a houseguest who overstays her welcome.Angelina is so beautiful that all the young men in the village are chasing her, but the one she has eyes for doesn't know she exists. At his wits' end, her father sends her to his dear cousin - Strega Nona. Strega Nona, Big Anthony, and Bambolona are excited to have a houseguest, but they're in for a surprise. Angelina is a spoiled young lady used to being the boss, and before they know it, Big Anthony is her new footman and Bambolona is her maid. Her nonstop demands have the whole household in a tizzy! It's up to Strega Nona to devise a plan that will make everyone happy - including two comical young lovers.

* “A wryly funny story of love and entitlement, with all the homey charm that dePaola’s fans expect and love.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review

“The inimitable Strega Nona is back. . . . DePaola’s wonderful, unique illustrations in bright pastel colors humorously depict the goings-on and make the book one to savor. . . . Will certainly delight and amuse young children.” —School Library Journal

ISBN: 9780425288436

Dimensions: 279mm x 216mm x 4mm

Weight: 170g

40 pages