The Bad Child's Book of BeastsHilaire Belloc
The Bad Child's Book of Beasts
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Original author: Hilaire Belloc
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"The Bad Child's Book of Beasts" by Hilaire Belloc is a children's book published in 1896. Through superficially naive verses and playful illustrations, this tongue-in-cheek work offers mock advice to young readers. The poems feature sage-like animals contrasted against dull, self-satisfied humans, creating a witty reversal of typical children's literature. The book became an immediate success, selling 4,000 copies within three months. Its clever verse and memorable style have drawn comparisons to later works like Dr. Seuss.
The Bad Child's Book of Beasts, by Hilaire Belloc. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #27175.
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