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Penrod

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The story follows Penrod Schofield, a twelve-year-old boy who struggles with his emotions and the complexities of his world. He feels envy towards his dog, Duke, while grappling with a bitter demeanor shaped by a desire to remain inscrutable to those around him. His disdain is particularly directed at Mrs. Lora Rewbush, a well-regarded neighbor involved in literary pursuits that Penrod finds frustrating. The narrative captures Penrod's internal conflicts and the challenges of growing up in a world he perceives as misunderstanding him.

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Penrod, Tarkington Booth

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2013
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Title
Penrod
Language
English
Released
2013
Format
Paperback
Pages
268
ISBN13
9781421850580
Series
Penrod
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The story follows Penrod Schofield, a twelve-year-old boy who struggles with his emotions and the complexities of his world. He feels envy towards his dog, Duke, while grappling with a bitter demeanor shaped by a desire to remain inscrutable to those around him. His disdain is particularly directed at Mrs. Lora Rewbush, a well-regarded neighbor involved in literary pursuits that Penrod finds frustrating. The narrative captures Penrod's internal conflicts and the challenges of growing up in a world he perceives as misunderstanding him.