Mike and his “old fashioned” steam shovel Mary Anne must travel far to find a place where they’re still needed–digging the city hall cellar for a small town. The story offers a touching portrait of friendship and determination in a changing world.
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The Caldecott Medalist’s stories—of an invincible steam shovel; a cottage relocated from city to country; a tractor determined to plow a New England town out of a snowstorm—possess a heroic energy that has captivated young readers for more than 60 years.
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