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From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler Paperback – April 1, 1998

by E.L. Konigsburg (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 4,800 ratings
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Run away to the Metropolitan Museum of Art with E. L. Konigsburg’s beloved classic and Newbery Medal­–winning novel From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler!

When Claudia decided to run away, she planned very carefully. She would be gone just long enough to teach her parents a lesson in Claudia appreciation. And she would go in comfort-she would live at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. She saved her money, and she invited her brother Jamie to go, mostly because be was a miser and would have money.

Claudia was a good organizer and Jamie bad some ideas, too; so the two took up residence at the museum right on schedule. But once the fun of settling in was over, Claudia had two unexpected problems: She felt just the same, and she wanted to feel different; and she found a statue at the Museum so beautiful she could not go home until she bad discovered its maker, a question that baffled the experts, too.

The former owner of the statue was Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler. Without her—well, without her, Claudia might never have found a way to go home.
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  1. Reading age
    8 - 11 years, from customers
  2. Print length
    176 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    3 - 7
  5. Lexile measure
    700L
  6. Dimensions
    5.13 x 0.5 x 7.63 inches
  7. Publisher
    Atheneum Books for Young Readers
  8. Publication date
    April 1, 1998
  9. ISBN-10
    0689711816
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0689711817
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  1. Claudia loved the city because it was elegant; it was important; and busy.
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Claudia knew that she could never pull off the old-fashioned kind of running away...so she decided not to run FROM somewhere, but TO somewhere. And so, after some careful planning, she and her younger brother, Jamie, escaped -- right into a mystery that made headlines!

About the Author

E.L. Konigsburg is the only author to have won the Newbery Medal and a Newbery Honor in the same year. In 1968, From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler won the Newbery Medal and Jennifer, Hecate, Macbeth, William McKinley, and Me, Elizabeth was named a Newbery Honor Book. Almost thirty years later she won the Newbery Medal once again for The View from Saturday. Among her other acclaimed books are Silent to the Bone, The Outcasts of 19 Schuyler Place, and The Mysterious Edge of the Heroic World.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Atheneum Books for Young Readers; Reprint edition (April 1, 1998)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 176 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0689711816
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0689711817
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 11 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 700L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.13 x 0.5 x 7.63 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 4,800 ratings

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E. L. Konigsburg is the only author to have won the Newbery Medal and be runner-up in the same year. In 1968 From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler won the Newbery Medal and Jennifer, Hecate, Macbeth, William McKinley, and Me, Elizabeth was named Newbery Honor Book. Almost thirty years later she won the Newbery Medal once again for The View From Saturday. She has also written and illustrated three picture books: Samuel Todd's Book of Great Colors, Samuel Todd's Book of Great Inventions, and Amy Elizabeth Explores Bloomingdale's. In 2000 she wrote Silent to the Bone, which was named a New York Times Notable Book and an ALA Best Book for Young Adults, among many other honors.

After completing her degree at Carnegie Mellon University, Ms. Konigsburg did graduate work in organic chemistry at the University of Pittsburgh. For several years she taught science at a private girls' school. When the third of her three children started kindergarten, she began to write. She now lives on the beach in North Florida.

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I was turned on to this 1967 young adult novel by seeing the wonderful 1973 movie version with Ingrid Bergman on TCM recently.Friends told me it was based on their favorite book when they were kids so I ordered a copy. So glad I did. Such a charming tale of a Connecticut brother and sister who run away from home and hide out in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It’s an appealing fantasy for adults as well as children (I wonder if the book inspired those overnight at a museum events so popular in recent years).The story has a mystery element when the girl and boy decide to find out if a recently acquired sculpture was made by Michelangelo. This is where the wealthy Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler comes in - she sold the piece to the Met (and narrates the story).The late 1960s NYC atmosphere is wonderful. We follow the kids to the long vanished Automat and other interesting locales.Now I want to check out other Konigsburg books - it’s no wonder she won the Newberry Medal for this novel.
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MamaSparkleNerd
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful edition of this book
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Loved buying this edition- one of my childhood faves! If there were other books made with this care and wait o would buy them immediately. Simply lovely version of a wonderful book. Great price point.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book for young adults
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Totally amazing and thought-provoking book. Two generations have loved it.
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Jonny Gray
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for children!
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This is an absolute favorite of mine from my childhood. I bought another copy because mine is simply worn out.

My kids love it as well!
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Sharon McGrath
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice book
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Very nice book cover my grandson was even impressed
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Lauren Mangold
5.0 out of 5 stars If only Jamie wasn't such a cheapskate
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From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E Frankweiler is a mystery book. But it's not like other mystery books-- other mystery stories are vague, but this one talks openly about hidden facts. It's the story of two kids who decide to run away from home because they feel rejected from their family. The oldest, Claudia, decides that they should hide at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where everything is glamorous. The sneaky kids have been hiding inside the museum for a week without being caught, before the story becomes even more interesting when they discover the Angel, a statue that may have been created by the artist Michelangelo!
This book was really enjoyable to read. It didn't feel challenging, and I liked the action and the mystery. The writing was conversational, since the narrator, Mrs. Frankweiler, loves to insult her lawyer Saxonberg. I thought it was pretty funny because of the wacky plot. It grabbed me and I wanted to keep reading. My favorite part is when the kids first thought of trying to run away, although I was also very curious to learn who really carved the Angel. Maybe the author wanted readers to become curious-- it worked! The only thing I would have changed if I was the author, would be to make James not a cheapskate, because it didn't fit with the overall excitement of the story.
Middle school readers or mature older elementary readers will enjoy this action-packed tale. Very young readers might not get much out of the plot of the book: we start knowing nothing, and as we read, we understood much more. Although the book felt complete, the ending leaves the reader with many questions. I found it pretty unbelievable that two young kids could run away successfully. I definitely don't think this book could happen today in 2017, because things aren't as cheap anymore!
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K. Beckner
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, cool cover
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2023
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This is a great book! And, the cover is made out of velvet, which is beautiful with gold inlay. The book is clearly rated for kids in 5th grade, as there are some more mature kid references. It’s full of fun humor and is worth a read! One of my 11 year old’s favorite books!
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Lisa Reichwein
5.0 out of 5 stars Award winning story of kid's adventures in NYC
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2022
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This book is fantastic. A well love story from 1967 that still holds up. This addition is covered in fabric, perfect to carry around. Cherish it for years!!
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Ima shalom
4.0 out of 5 stars An old favorite of mine, beloved by many!
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2023
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Believable children, great plot for children and a great introduction to a great museum.
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Judy
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
Reviewed in Canada on December 7, 2022
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5.0 out of 5 stars Unusual and beguiling
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 22, 2023
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This book starts off as aa story of two children who run away, though one is reluctant and becomes a story of secrets and mystery. It's a tale of famous sculpture and how people can feel inside and what humans need.
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5.0 out of 5 stars So enjoyable!
Reviewed in India on February 11, 2021
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I got the book after I saw a video on Instagram that interviewed the author's son. I loved reading every word and even bought a second copy to gift to my friend. She enjoyed reading it with her nephew and niece. I recommend that everyone read it regardless of their age.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Site prático, entrega rápida.
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