The Purloining Prince of Oleomargarine

Reviewed by: Karen Spiliopoulos - Parsons Memorial Library, Alfred, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: February 13, 2018

Review

This is the enchanted fairy tale that was told by Mark Twain to his daughters Clara and Suzy in Paris in 1897. The story is retold to us by author Philip Stead as though he and Mr. Twain are sharing tea and conversation. It is the story of Johnny, a poor abused boy and his pet chicken. Johnny is given some seeds by an old woman after an unselfish act of kindness. The flower of the seed allows Johnny to understand the animals as he embarks on an incredible journey. Along the likes of "Jack and the Beanstalk". This book is destined to become a classic to a new generation of fans as well as a reintroduction to a beloved author. Philip and Erin Stead take you on Mark Twain's magical hypnotic journey, one you will want to repeat again and again. Erin Steads art is breathtaking. A beautiful treasure of a book. Thank you for finding those notes and creating such a wonderful story.

Overall Book Score: excellent