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The bottle imp
By Stevenson, Robert Louis & Mair, Jacqueline
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-0-39572-101-8
- Publisher
- New York : Clarion Books, 1996.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on May 1, 1996
Gr 6-8 Published first in Samoan in 1891, this story is suffused with the magic of Polynesian culture. Keawe, a native Hawaiian, comes upon the wealthy but downcast owner of a magic bottle. His fortune comes from a demon that lives in the bottle and gives its owner anything he desires. There is a catch, of course. The owner must sell it for less than he paid or "burn in hell forever." Being young and adventurous, Keawe buys it for $50, and his wishes are granted. In addition, he sells the bottle to a friend ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
