by Ruth Krauss
First published 1958
A young boy stumbles into another child's secret nut tree, sparking a world of imaginative adventures. Krauss's stories capture the wonder, humor, and poignancy of childhood perspectives - from fairies and rabbits to the complexities of foster care. At the emotional core, these tales remind us of the depth and richness within every child's inner world.
Genres: fiction, family, family-life, childrens-classics
Vibes: emotional, intimate, whimsical
Tropes: found-family
Period: 20th-century
48 pages · Hardcover · HarperCollins