A Tale of Tails

Hardback

Main Details

Title A Tale of Tails
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Elizabeth MacPherson
Illustrated by Garth Williams
SeriesLittle Golden Book
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:24
Dimensions(mm): Height 203,Width 167
ISBN/Barcode 9780385378635
ClassificationsDewey:813.54
Audience
Children / Juvenile
Illustrations FULL COLOR; FULL COLOR

Publishing Details

Publisher Random House USA Inc
Imprint Random House Books for Young Readers
Publication Date 12 January 2016
Publication Country United States

Description

A 1962 Garth Williams classic, now in print for the first time as a Little Golden Book! A 1962 Garth Williams classic, now in print for the first time as a Little Golden Book! "The pig has a tail with a curl and a bend. A snake is all tail with a head on one end. . . ." Long tails, fluffy tails, swishy tails, stubby tails-this witty poem about all the types of tails in the animal kingdom is perfect for curious preschoolers. With gorgeous paintings of friendly critters by Garth Williams, this book is a perfect blend of whimsy and fact.

Author Biography

GARTH WILLIAMS (1912-1996) is known for his realistic yet highly expressive animal characters. He brought to life some of the best-loved children's books of the 20th century, including E. B. White's Charlotte's Web and Stuart Little, and the Little House books by Laura Ingalls Wilder. Williams illustrated many timeless Golden Books, including Baby Farm Animals, Mister Dog, The Friendly Book, The Sailor Dog, The Giant Golden Book of Elves and Fairies, and The Kitten Who Thought He Was a Mouse.