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Book Synopsis: It’s the literary equivalent of buried treasure! Seuss scholar/collector Charles D. Cohen has hunted down seven rarely seen stories by Dr. Seuss. Originally published in magazines between 1948 and 1959, they include "The Bear, the Rabbit, and the Zinniga-Zanniga" (about a rabbit who is saved from a bear with a single eyelash!); "Gustav the Goldfish" (an early, rhymed version of the Beginner Book A Fish Out of Water); "Tadd and Todd" (a tale passed down via photocopy to generations of twins); "Steak for Supper" (about fantastic creatures who follow a boy home in anticipation of a steak dinner); "The Bippolo Seed" (in which a scheming feline leads an innocent duck to make a bad decision); "The Strange Shirt Spot" (the inspiration for the bathtub-ring scene in The Cat in the Hat Comes Back); and "The Great Henry McBride" (about a boy whose far-flung career fantasies are only bested by those of the real Dr. Seuss himself). In an introduction to the collection, Cohen traces the history of these stories, which demonstrate an intentional and significant change that led to the writing style we associate with Dr. Seuss today. Cohen also explores these stories’ themes that recur in better-known Seuss stories (like the importance of the imagination, or the perils of greed). With a color palette that has been enhanced beyond the limitations of the original magazines in which they appeared, this is a collection of stories that no Seuss fan (whether scholar or second-grader) will want to miss!
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Discover the literary treasure trove that is The Bippolo Seed and Other Lost Stories (Classic Seuss)! Dr. Seuss scholar/collector Charles D. Cohen has painstakingly unearthed seven previously unseen stories by the beloved children's author. Originally published in obscure magazines between 1948 and 1959, these tales offer delightful, whimsical adventures that will captivate readers of all ages.
Each story in this collection showcases Dr. Seuss' trademark wit, imagination, and timeless appeal. Whether it's the heartwarming tale of "The Bear, the Rabbit, and the Zinniga-Zanniga," where a rabbit is saved by a single eyelash from a fearsome bear, or the hilarious escapades of "Steak for Supper," where extraordinary creatures follow a young boy home in the hope of a delicious meal, these stories are sure to keep you entertained from cover to cover.
What sets this collection apart is the insight it offers into the evolution of Dr. Seuss' writing style. In an enlightening introduction, Cohen traces the history of these stories and reveals how they paved the way for the iconic Seuss stories we know and love today. Themes of imagination, morality, and the consequences of greed that recur in famous Seuss classics are also present in these early tales, providing a fascinating glimpse into the author's creative process.
Furthermore, this edition of The Bippolo Seed and Other Lost Stories features enhanced colors that surpass the limitations of their original magazine appearances. The vibrant illustrations bring the characters and settings to life in a way that will enchant both dedicated Seuss scholars and young readers discovering these stories for the first time.
Don't miss the chance to delve into the hidden wonders of Dr. Seuss' imagination with The Bippolo Seed and Other Lost Stories (Classic Seuss). Whether you're a fan of Seuss or looking to introduce your child to the enchanting world of storytelling, this collection is an absolute must-have.
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