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The Mysterious Edge Of The Heroic World

by E.L. Konigsburg
The Mysterious Edge Of The Heroic World - Thryft
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Journey through hidden stories and lost secrets.

This book could be a good read for those who love uncovering hidden histories and untangling mysteries. With its intriguing plot surrounding a hidden sketch and a possible connection to the Nazi past, "The Mysterious Edge Of The Heroic World" will keep readers engaged as they journey alongside the characters in discovering the truth that lies beneath the layers of Mrs Zender's mansion. It is a tale that intertwines art, history, and adventure, making it a captivating read for anyone seeking a unique and thought-provoking story.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Mysterious Edge Of The Heroic World

by E.L. Konigsburg
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ISBN: 9781406311761
Authors: E.L. Konigsburg
Publisher: Walker Books
Date of Publication: 2008-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Historical Fiction, Mystery/Crime/Thriller, Young Adult
Related Topics: Mystery, Realistic Fiction
Goodreads rating: 3.38
(rated by 1546 readers)

Description

"ninety percent of who you are is invisible."Amedeo Kaplan seems just like any other new kid who has moved into the town of St. Malo, Florida, a navy town where new faces are the norm. But Amedeo has a secret, a More than anything in the world, he wants to discover something -- a place, a process, even a fossil -- some treasure that no one realizes is there until he finds it. And he would also like to discover a true friend to share these things with.William Wilcox seems like an unlikely candidate for an aloof boy who is all edges and who owns silence the way other people own words. When Amedeo and William find themselves working together on a house sale for Amedeo's eccentric neighbor, Mrs. Zender, Amedeo has an inkling that both his wishes may come true. For Mrs. Zender's mansion is crammed with memorabilia of her long life, and there is a story to go with every piece. Soon the boys find themselves caught up in one particular story -- a story that links a sketch, a young boy's life, an old man's reminiscence, and a painful secret dating back to the outrages of Nazi Germany. It's a story that will take them to the edge of what they know about heroism and the mystery of the human heart.Two-time Newbery winner E. L. Konigsburg spins a magnificent tale of art, discovery, friendship, history, and truth.
 

Journey through hidden stories and lost secrets.

This book could be a good read for those who love uncovering hidden histories and untangling mysteries. With its intriguing plot surrounding a hidden sketch and a possible connection to the Nazi past, "The Mysterious Edge Of The Heroic World" will keep readers engaged as they journey alongside the characters in discovering the truth that lies beneath the layers of Mrs Zender's mansion. It is a tale that intertwines art, history, and adventure, making it a captivating read for anyone seeking a unique and thought-provoking story.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.