The Phantom Tollbooth Chapter Summary & Analysis | Chapter 20, Good-by and Hello

Chapter 20, Good-by and Hello Summary

Milo retraces his journey home, a little concerned that someone might be worried about his extended absence. He finds the tollbooth with no trouble. He ends up back in his bedroom, and it is only 6:00 on the very day he left. Exhausted by his adventures, Milo soon falls asleep.

At school the following day, Milo's head is full of plans for a return trip to the Lands Beyond. When he gets home, the tollbooth is gone. A letter addressed to MILO, WHO NOW KNOWS THE WAY tells Milo that other boys and girls need the Phantom Tollbooth, and Milo will surely find a way back if he really wants to. Milo is sad at the thought of not seeing his new friends, but soon realizes that there is so much to do and see and learn right where he is. For the first time in his life, Milo feels...
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