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Doctor De Soto

Name: Doctor De Soto
ISBN: 9780312611897

By William Steig

A fox’s toothache forces a clever mouse dentist to risk everything—can kindness outwit danger?

clever humorous engaging

Genres

Animals Humour

What is Doctor De Soto about?

Doctor De Soto, a skilled mouse dentist, and his wife assist animals of all sizes, except those who might eat mice. When a fox with a terrible toothache pleads for help, the compassionate De Sotos face a dilemma: aid the fox while ensuring their own safety. Their cleverness leads to a humorous and satisfying solution.

About the author

William Steig was a talented author and illustrator from America. He is best known for creating the book 'Shrek!', which inspired the popular animated films. William loved drawing and telling imaginative stories, often featuring clever animals. His books are filled with humour and creativity, making them favourites for children around the world.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2010

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