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 Peter Yarrow is a member of the iconic '60's folk trio Peter, Paul & Mary. Along with Lenny Lipton, he is the author of the beloved song and now hit book Puff, the Magic Dragon. In addition to extensive touring and performing, Peter is active in Operation Respect, an organization that promotes anti-bullying awareness in schools across the country.


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Puff, the Magic Dragon

 
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"Puff, the Magic Dragon" is a musical icon. Written by Peter Yarrow and Lenny Lipton in 1959, and first recorded by Peter, Paul and Mary in 1963, it has become one of the best-known and best-loved songs of our time. But there has never been a children's picture book adaptation of the song -- until now.

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