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King of the Mild Frontier: An Ill-Advised Autobiography (Paperback)

By Chris Crutcher
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Do you know:

  • A good reason to be phobic about oysters and olives?

  • How shutting your mouth can help you avoid brain surgery?
  • How to survive in the winter wilderness with only a fishing pole and a sausage?
  • About the Author


    Chris Crutcher has written nine critically acclaimed novels, an autobiography, and two collections of short stories. He has won three lifetime achievement awards for the body of his work: the Margaret A. Edwards Award for Outstanding Literature for Young Adults, the ALAN Award for Significant Contribution to Adolescent Literature, and the NCTE National Intellectual Freedom Award. He has been a child and family therapist with the Spokane Community Mental Health Center and is currently chairperson for the Spokane Child Protection Team. Chris Crutcher lives in Spokane, Washington.

    Product Details ISBN-10: 0060502517
    ISBN-13: 9780060502515
    Published: Greenwillow Books, 10/01/2004
    Pages: 272
    Language: English
    Recommended Reading Level Minimum Age: 13
    Maximum Age: UP
    Minimum Grade Level: 8th Grade
    Maximum Grade Level: Up
    Related Editions (all)
    • eBook (9/2009): $5.99
    • Paperback (9/2004): $9.99
    • Hardcover (4/2003): $17.99
    • Prebound (9/2004): $15.65
    • Compact Disc (12/2005): $30.00
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