The Wolf, the Duck and the Mouse

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They may have been swallowed, but they have no intention of being eaten…

“A subversive delight … an unexpected, hilarious collaboration” Guardian

“Perfection on a page” Daily Mail

When a woeful mouse is swallowed up by a wolf, he quickly learns he is not alone: a duck has already set up digs, and, boy, has that duck got it figured out! Turns out it’s pretty nice inside the belly of the beast – there”s delicious food, elegant table settings and, best of all, dancing. And there’s something more: no more fear of being eaten by a wolf! Life”s not so bad, considering the alternatives. That is, until a hunter shows up…

With a nod to traditional fables and a wink to the reader, the award-winning Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen, of Sam and Dave Dig a Hole, Extra Yarn and Triangle, offer a tale of cooperation and creative cuisine that is sure to go down easy.