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Fables
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Fables (1980) (edit title/settings)

by Arnold Lobel (Author) (edit contributors)

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‘Short, original fables with fresh, unexpected morals poke subtle fun at human foibles through the antics of animals. . . . The droll illustrations, with tones blended to luminescent shading, are complete and humorous themselves.’ —Association of Library Service to Children, ALA. Winner,... read more

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The age-old genre of fables is resurrected here in this collection of humorous and wise animal stories.

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A Crocodile became increasingly fond of the wallpaper in his bedroom.

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THE FABLES
1. The Crocodile in the Bedroom
2. The Ducks and the Fox
3. King Lion and the Beetle
4. The Lobster and the Crab
5. The Hen and the Apple Tree
6. The Baboon's Umbrella
7. The Frogs at the Rainbow's End
8. The Bear and the Crow
9. The Cat and His Visions
10. The Ostrich in Love
11. The Camel Dances
12. The Poor Old Dog
13. Madame Rhinoceros and Her Dress
14. The Bad Kangaroo
15. The Pig at the Candy Store
16. The Elephant and His Son
17. The Pelican and the Crane
18. The Young Rooster
19. The Hippopotamus at Dinner
20. The Mouse at the Seashore

Series & Lists edit see section history

This is book 1981 of 75 in Caldecott Medal. (authoritative list)

Authors & Contributors edit see section history

  1. Arnold Lobel (Author)

First Edition edit see section history

Original Language: English
Publisher: HarperCollins
Country: USA
Publication Date: 1980
ISBN: 0060239735
Page Count: 41

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