Downright Dencey

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A Nantucket Quaker community during the War of 1812 provides the background for the story of a young girl named Dencey who first becomes involved with outcast Sammie when she hurls a stone at him. Ashamed, she tries to make amends but Sammie's trust must be won, and that is not easy for Dencey.

Fiction, Historical Fiction
John Newbery Medal 1928 (Honor Title)
Format: Book
ISBN: 9781883937799

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