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The Story of Babar: The Little Elephant

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Step back into the gold standard of children's literature with The Story of Babar: The Little Elephant, the timeless and enchanting classic that has captured the hearts of readers worldwide for generations. The story follows a gentle young elephant named Babar, who tragically flees the jungle after a hunter kills his mother. He wanders into a bustling, sophisticated city where an old, wealthy lady takes him in and introduces him to human society, fine clothes, and education. When his cousins Arthur and Celeste discover him years later, Babar decides to return home to the great forest. Following the untimely death of the old elephant king, Babar is chosen to rule for his wisdom, civility, and kind heart, founding the beautiful city of Celesteville. Celebrated for its unique handwriting-style text and magnificent, spacious illustrations, this foundational picture book is a beautiful celebration of resilience, leadership, and friendship.

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Availability

03579

843.912 DEB s

Kindergarten School Library

Available

Detail Information

Series Title

Babar the Elephant Series

Call Number

843.912 DEB s

Publisher

New York, United States : ‎ Random House Books for Young Readers., 1960

Collation

48 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

0394805755

Classification

843

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Edition

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Subject(s)

Elephants
civilization
Juvenile fiction
Kings and rulers

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