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when the frost is on the punkin page
 

Interior page from
When the Frost Is on the Punkin
by James Whitcomb Riley
Illustrated by Glenna Lang

David R. Godine, Publisher

Text for interior page:
"…As he leaves the house, bareheaded,
and goes out to feed the stock,
When the frost is on the punkin
and the fodder'sin the shock."

Awards and Honors:
A Horn Book Magazine recommended book:
"The Hoosier poet's classic lines are successfully revived in this fresh, crisp book…. A cheerful introduction to the fall season for primary classrooms, the book will also serve older children and adults interested in the study of Americana."

A Smithsonian Magazine recommended book:
"The Hoosier poet's classic ode to autumn, fresh as fiddle music and accompanied by resplendent watercolors."

Available in hardcover and paperback in bookstores
or from godine.com

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