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Peter Sis’ account of growing up in Communist Czechoslovakia is filled with detailed, miniature black and white (and red) drawings plus a page or two of sumptuous full-color celebrations, following the ups and downs of the government’s restrictions and thaws. A fascinating depiction of life under an authoritarian regime for older children and adults. This first edition 2008 Caldecott Honor Book is in Fine condition in a Fine dust jacket.