

This beloved classic and celebration of nature-written by a beloved Caldecott winner-is lovelier than ever!īarbara Cooney’s story of Alice Rumphius, who longed to travel the world, live in a house by the sea, and do something to make the world more beautiful, has a timeless quality that resonates with each new generation.

MISS RUMPHIUS is Barbara Cooney’s story inspired by the real life of Alice Rumphius, who longed to travel the world, live in a house by the sea, and do something to make the world more beautiful.Īlice made a promise to make the world a more beautiful place, then a seed of an idea is planted and blossoms into a beautiful plan. Join Rocco for a Read Out Loud Classic from his own library.
