Books Tell You Why, Inc.

A Fine first Printing of the First Edition in a like dust-jacket that has a sticker on the front, each negligibly worn. This presentation copy is signed and inscribed by author James Carroll on the half-title page.

When twelve-year-old James moves with his family to a small town in Maine, he is excited to make new friends. But James is shy and doesn't know how to interact with others, especially boys. He is happy when he meets a new girl in his class, but she quickly moves away. James is dismayed when the only boys in his class ignore him. One day, James meets a boy who is also new to the town. James is happy to have a friend, and the two of them become inseparable. James begins to feel more confident and happy in his new town.; 8vo; 607 pages; Signed by Author.