The Slightly Irregular Fire Engine Or The Hithering Thithering Djinn by Donald Barthelme
Or The Hithering Thithering Djinn
In a whimsical and surreal adventure, a young girl named Mathilda discovers a peculiar fire engine in her backyard, which serves as a portal to a fantastical world filled with oddities and eccentric characters. As she navigates this dreamlike realm, Mathilda encounters the enigmatic Djinn, who guides her through a series of bizarre and humorous escapades. The narrative, rich with playful language and imaginative illustrations, explores themes of curiosity, imagination, and the unexpected wonders that lie just beyond the ordinary.
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- Published
- 1971
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 40-50
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- National Book Award for Young People's Literature (National Book Award)