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The Bear That Wasn't
One day, a bear awakens to find himself in the midst of civilization. Interpretations abound in this excellent catalyst for discussion of the individual in society.
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English — USSubject
- Social Studies
- Culture & Identity
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The Bear That Wasn't
Date of Publication:
December 1967
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This short, illustrated book has been described as a modern fable. One day, a bear awakens to find himself in the midst of civilization. Interpretations abound in this excellent catalyst for discussion of the individual in society.
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