Analysis of “The Redheads are Bad Luck” by Manuel L. Alonso
1. Book Data
Title:
The Redheads are Bad Luck
Author:
Manuel L. Alonso
Editorial:
Alfaguara (Red Series)
Issues Published:
One
Edition Read:
11th Edition
Year:
1995
City:
Torrelaguna, Madrid
Number of Pages:
162
2. Author Details
Manuel L. Alonso wrote stories for adults for many years. From the late eighties, he dedicated himself exclusively to children’s and youth literature. His books cover diverse topics, from humor to horror.
He has won the Altea and Jaén Prizes and the Nobel Bookstore award. He has been a finalist
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