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One Fat Summer
One Fat Summer
Author: Robert Lipsyte
For Bobby Marks, summer does not equal fun. While most people are happy to take off their heavy jackets and long pants, Bobby can't even button his jeans or reach over his belly to touch his toes. Spending the summer at Rumson Lake is sheer torture. This particular summer promises to be worse than usual. His parents can't stop fighting. His best...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780553255911
ISBN-10: 0553255916
Publication Date: 12/1/1983
Reading Level: Young Adult
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4.5 stars, based on 1 rating
Publisher: Starfire
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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Adorable book about a 14 year old boy struggling with weight and self confidence. Set in 1950's summer, it brings up many issues such as race and working mothers without being in your face. A great addition to any middle or high school teacher's classroom library.


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