The Color of the Wind: Fables for All Ages

by Theodore J. Nottingham

Zany humor and deep insight highlight these fables from the animal kingdom. MeetScribbles the frog, a thoughtful and adventurous character in search of meaning; Long Tail the lizard and his efforts at self-importance; Pipsqueek, the rebel gerbil who plans a daring escape from a pet shop; and strange creatures known as hairless monkeys who terrorize their fellow beings and seek to dominate Mother Nature.Author Theodore J. Nottingham offers readers of all ages a joyride through fantasies that are guaranteed to bring laughter and reflection on our relationship to Earth and to her children, and which also mirror the foibles we all share. Featuring striking original watercolors by artist Susan Moore, this collection of contemporary fables, with its blend of amusement and wisdom, is a delight for the young and the young at heart.

78 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1998

Reviews

[Travis Catt · Rating 4 out of 5]

I remember loving these stories when I was little! I need to give it a reread to see if they hold up as an adult