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Told in her own words, A Girl From Yamhill is Beverly Cleary’s heartfelt and relatable memoir. Beverly Cleary describes her life in Oregon during the Great Depression, including her challenges with learning to read and personal anecdotes that inspired her beloved stories.
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Heartfelt memoir of growing up during the Great Depression
Who is this book for?
If you love stories that reveal the humble beginnings behind beloved writers, you'll enjoy Beverly Cleary's A Girl From Yamhill. Her recounting of childhood struggles and personal triumphs offers an intimate look at how her early life shaped her storytelling. It's a wonderfully nostalgic read that real fans and new readers alike can treasure.