Introducing a bewitching world of mystery and magic, this collection of stories includes tales of singing elves with magical feet, skeletons that move of their own accord and a heroic blackbird who outwits a powerful king.
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The story centers on Katniss Everdeen, who lives in the dystopian nation of Panem. Katniss is from District 12, the country’s poorest nation, which is being punished by the Capitol for past rebellions: Two children must participate in the Hunger Games each year.
RIF's 60th Anniversary Highlighted Book for 1991. Chrysanthemum thinks her name is "absolutely perfect" until she is teased about it at school. A gentle and humorous look at childhood strife.