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Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: 3 The Last Straw

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The book, ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid – 3 The Last Straw’ is a part of the book series - 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' written by Jeff Kinney. The book series revolves around the kid Greg Heffley who is naughty, honest and charming in his own way. The book has been written to portray the journey of Greg whose life is laden with exciting and adrenaline pumping adventures. This particular book talks about Greg’s training on how to become a tough man and the various troubles he faces during this journey. It has been published by Penguin UK publishers. The underlying feature of this book is the insecurity faced by Greg’s father when he sees other kids. He tends to compare Greg with them, often feeling a sense of disappointment. Life for Greg is already harsh

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