A Light in the Attic

A Light in the Attic

1981 • 176 pages

Ratings172

Average rating4.4

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A Light in the Attic delights with remarkable characters and hilariously profound poems in a collection readers will return to again and again.

Here in the attic you will find Backward Bill, Sour Face Ann, the Meehoo with an Exactlywatt, and the Polar Bear in the Frigidaire. You will talk with Broiled Face, and find out what happens when Somebody steals your knees, you get caught by the Quick-Digesting Gink, a Mountain snores, and They Put a Brassiere on the Camel.

Come on up to the attic of Shel Silverstein and let the light bring you home.


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A brilliant blend of quirky poems and unique illustrations, sparking imagination and laughter in readers of all ages.

March 3, 2024

This one exceeded my expectations. My favourite Shel Silverstein book so far.
I cannot recommend his poetry enough really.

July 4, 2019

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