George and Martha: The Complete Stories of Two Best Friends
George and Martha: not, as one might think, the first president and his spouse, but two hippopotamuses created by the singular talent of James Marshall. For the past quarter century, these stories have entertained, intrigued, and delighted readers of all ages. The portly animals have also taught...
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George and Martha: not, as one might think, the first president and his spouse, but two hippopotamuses created by the singular talent of James Marshall. For the past quarter century, these stories have entertained, intrigued, and delighted readers of all ages. The portly animals have also taught us, in a humorous and lighthearted way, about what it means to be a true friend. A man with a talent for friendship, James Marshall defined its very essence in his stories about the world's two best friends. In this volume, all thirty-five episodes are brought together to celebrate friendship and two of the most lovable book characters ever created.
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Format: hardcover
ISBN:
9780395851586 (0395851580)
Publish date: October 27th 1997
Publisher: HMH Books for Young Readers
Pages no: 352
Edition language: English
Series: George and Martha
James Marshall's George and Martha stories were some of my favorite read-aloud books when I was a kid (back when dinosaurs roamed the earth). I thought the idea of pouring split pea soup into one's loafers was hilarious, and I loved the way Martha got revenge on George for violating her privacy in t...
I love James Marshall. Elegant dialog, a loving friendship, a wry sense of humor and a new format for the George and Martha adventures.
Not one of my favorites, but definitely a sweet story,
I like George and Martha okay, just okay.Library copy.