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The Miller, the Boy and the Donkey

By Brian Wildsmith

A miller and his son discover that pleasing everyone may lead to a very strange journey.

humorous insightful vividly illustrated

Genres

Animals Fairy Tales

What is The Miller, the Boy and the Donkey about?

On their way to market, a miller and his son face a series of challenges as they try to please everyone they meet regarding how to handle their donkey. Each encounter brings new advice, leading to unexpected and humorous consequences. This beautifully illustrated fable teaches the importance of making one's own decisions and the folly of trying to satisfy everyone.

About the author

Brian Wildsmith was a famous British author and illustrator known for his colourful and lively picture books. His book 'ABC' won a top prize for its beautiful illustrations. Brian loved using bright colours to bring stories and animals to life, helping children all over the world enjoy reading and art.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

1980

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