The Quangle Wangle's Hat
By Edward Lear
A lonely tree-top hat becomes a bustling neighbourhood—but who will move in next?
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What is The Quangle Wangle's Hat about?
Perched atop the Crumpetty Tree, the Quangle Wangle Quee hides beneath a colossal hat, feeling lonely. His solitude ends when a parade of whimsical creatures—including Mr. and Mrs. Canary, the Stork, the Duck, the Owl, and the Pobble who has no toes—request to build their homes on his expansive hat. Together, they create a lively community, dancing joyfully under the Mulberry moon, transforming the Quangle Wangle's loneliness into a celebration of friendship and fun.
About the author
Edward Lear was a talented English author and artist, best known for his playful poems and fun illustrations. He loved writing nonsense verse, with his most famous work being 'The Owl and the Pussy-cat'. Lear's silly stories and quirky drawings continue to make children and adults smile all around the world.
Pages
32 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
1994
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