Of Sound Mind

Name: Of Sound Mind
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ISBN: 9780374455842

ISBN-10: 0374455848

ISBN-13: 9780374455842

Edition: Reprint

Authors: Jean Ferris

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A poignant novel partially set in a world of silence High school senior Theo is fluent in two languages: spoken English and sign. His parents and brother, Jeremy, are deaf, but Theo can hear, which has over the years cast him in the role of interpreter for his family. Unfortunately, it's not a welcome duty, especially in the case of his mother, Palma. She is a successful sculptor who, being deeply suspicious of "hearies," expects Theo to act as her business manager. And Jeremy relies on Theo for company and homework help. It's become especially frustrating lately because Theo has met a fascinating new girl at school, Ivy, with whom he wants to spend as much time as possible. Theo's…

Book details

List price: $11.99
Publisher: Farrar, Straus & Giroux
Publication date: 4/2/2004
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 224
Size: 5.12" wide x 7.65" long x 0.61" tall
Weight: 0.418
Language: English

JEAN FERRIS has written more than a dozen novels for young people, including the popular Marigold trilogy. Once Upon a Marigold was named an ALA Notable Children's Book, an ALA Best Book for Young Adults, and a New York Public Library 100 Books for Reading and Sharing title. Ms. Ferris lives in San Diego, California. Visit her website at www.jeanferris.com .