Nurse Matilda

by Christianna Brand · 1964

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The incorrigible Brown children, who devour nannies, nurse-maids, and governesses, finally meet their match.

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fantasyfantasyMore like thisLess of this
Themes
childhoodchildhoodMore like thisLess of this
Audience
childrensmiddle gradeyoung adult

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