Dahlia (Boston Globe-Horn Book Honors (Awards))
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Summary
Dahlia (Boston Globe-Horn Book Honors (Awards)) by Barbara McClintock is a history book that adds background to its subject. The record for this copy lists 2002 • Frances Foster Books • 32 pages.
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Exact edition: Edition shown · ISBN-13 9780374316785
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This book adds background and explanation to a historical subject.
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Exact edition: ISBN-13 9780374316785
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