Monkey and the Crocodile

Children will be enchanted by the quaint humor and timeless wisdom of these age-old fables drawn from Buddhist texts. Timid rabbits, noble deer, quarrelsome quails, greedy merchants, and other memorable animal and human characters populate the tales, all of which offer thought-provoking morals. &quote;The Turtle Who Couldn't Stop Talking&quote; illustrates the folly of offering a reply when silence is the best answer; &quote;The Ox Who Won the Forfeit&quote; testifies to the effectiveness of kindness rather than brute force; and &quote;The Golden Goose&quote; and &quote;The Penny-Wise Monkey&quote; demonstrate how greed can ruin good fortune. These and dozens of other captivating stories are further enhanced by charming silhouette images.