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The Phantom Tollbooth
by Norton Juster

The Phantom Tollbooth
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Author: Norton Juster
Illustrator: Jules Feiffer
Edition: Hardcover
Published: 1989
ISBN: 0394815009
Number of pages: 256
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Publisher: Random House

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Book Review: A delightful book for children of all ages.
Summary: 5 Stars

Written with tongue firmly in cheek, this is as much a book to be read aloud, as it is to be read. Juster doesn't just use the English language, but he plays and dances with it, turning common phrases inside-out, and around, but never in a meaningless way.

The story is about Milo, who doesn't know what to do, and his journeys through the Land of Wisdom. To go into detail about the story, is to ruin much of the surprise, but suffice to say, he has grand adventures, defeats dangerous enemies, and generally does everything you come to expect in an adventure meant for children.

If you enjoy reading, you will enjoy this book.

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