In this hilarious children’s book, a cat who refuses to take a bath learns important lessons about personal responsibility. Pippin the cat won’t take a bath. And since he refuses to wash himself, all kinds of funny (and stinky!) things start happening to him. In fun and lighthearted situations, Pippin learns that his actions not only affect himself, but others, too. Will his parents and classmates get him to change his mind? Pippin No Lickin’ teaches children lessons about personal responsibility and the importance of listening to parents for their own health and safety. Pippin’s adventures even teach colors to very young readers along the way! Parents and children alike will enjoy this tale featuring the charming and memorable cat, Pippin.

Pippin No Drippin' encourages the use of children's imaginations and that with a little bit of ingenuity, anyone can create something fun to do. Pippin the cat can't go outside because it's raining and it's making him blue. His mama suggests he use his imagination to find something to do. Spying an ad featuring a loud and colorful marching band, he sets forth to create a "one cat band" with items he finds around the house. A fun, colorful item from the first book Pippin No Lickin' even makes an appearance! Pippin No Drippin' culminates in an impromptu performance for Pippin's parents and the realization that even a rainy day can be fun when you put your mind to it!

A Classic of the Southwestern Humor school that influenced Mark Twain, this portrait of a rascally backcountry trickster remains an engaging parody of enduring aspects of the American character. Southern Classics Series.

Novel from the Victorian British author George Manville Fenn. Most of his work consists of adventure stories for young readers, featuring Explorers, Smugglers, young Adventurers and Seamen. His adult novels offer critical social commentary on Victorian England, especially reconsidering economic questions.

A giant chicken hatches from an enormous egg, but the other chickens cannot accept that he is one of them.