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THE DOLLS' HOUSE Hardcover – January 1, 1962

by Rumer Godden (Author)
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Pictorial hardcover in DJ with protective covering. Viking Press, second printing, 1963.
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    136 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    NY Viking (1962).
  4. Publication date
    January 1, 1962
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0006AY2AI
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ NY Viking (1962). (January 1, 1962)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 136 pages
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1 pounds
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Theresa Falasco
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Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2023
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Book from my childhood. Good shape, good value for money. I’m enjoying this book.
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Christina Kuhn
5.0 out of 5 stars I Remembered this Story!
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2020
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I'm not going to post any spoilers, but I will share... I read this story from my school library as a little girl well over 30 years ago. I can still remember staying up very late at night trying to finish it. It was one of those stories that really resonated with me, the kind of plot that I remembered days, weeks, and even YEARS later. I had forgotten the title but somehow found it and was able to purchase a copy recently for my own daughter -- who has already ready it twice now and also enjoyed it. This book is on about an early 4th grade level, but if your daughter likes dolls and dollhouses, she will probably really enjoy it!
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5.0 out of 5 stars The best children's literature is written for adults
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2019
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The best children's literature is written on two levels, one for the youngsters and the other for adults. This story hits both levels. Sweet and sad and hopeful.
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Angela Allen
4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet Story
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2022
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This is a sweet story about the inner life of the dolls living with two young girls. They are very excited when they finally get a house to live in instead of boxes! There is some angst and conflict but all turns out well in the end. This was destined from the beginning for my Little Free Library. I enjoyed reading it; intended for 3-6th graders.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful seller! Terrific overall transaction. Thank you so much!
Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2022
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful seller! Terrific overall transaction. Thank you so much!
Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2022
I liked the condition of the book was good. I'm so glad the seller had it available to be purchased. Superb overall transaction! Thank you so much for selling this awesome book!
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Linda
5.0 out of 5 stars Precious book
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2019
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I first read "The Doll's House" when I was nine years old. I well remember getting it from the bookmobile that came around to our school in 1962. I never forgot the story of Tottie and the other dolls and recently looked up the book again. It did not disappoint. It is a child's book with an adult perspective, such as the "Little House" books do. A book that stays with you for a lifetime.
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Kenneth Berkman
3.0 out of 5 stars Maybe I'm too old
Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2013
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I'll have to ask my grandchildren what they think of this book. I didn't find it very interesting. The characters stuck me as a bit "wooden". (Ha)
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Mary Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely story
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2021
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One of my childhood favorite books
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L. Halls
5.0 out of 5 stars Good children'
Reviewed in Canada on March 19, 2022
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I like anything by Rumer Godden. This is a nice book for a little girl.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Classic children's book.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 23, 2024
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Bought for my 9 year old granddaughter who loves it.
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Colette.
5.0 out of 5 stars Jolie histoire pour petits et grands .
Reviewed in France on January 10, 2019
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Réédité comme la première version !
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ゆか
5.0 out of 5 stars 大人でも楽しめる
Reviewed in Japan on September 20, 2014
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宮部みゆきさんが、だいぶ前に日本語訳の方を推薦していたのですが原本を読んでみたくて注文しました。主人公人形達のつつましい生き方や、ささやかな夢や望み、お母さん人形の本能から来る献身的な行為などが心に強く残りました。
邪悪な存在は毒を撒き散らしながら、決して傷つくことなく幸せにいきています。罰もあたりません。
児童書ながら私たちの現実の世界を厳しく伝えているようでもあります。自分がどちらの人間になりたいか？どちらに幸せを感じるのか？
非常に奥が深いです。ずっと読みたかった本でしたが読めてよかったです。
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susan beckwith
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely condition
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 2, 2024
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Bit late as ordered for Christmas but nice item in lovely condition.
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