ROBBUT: A tale of tails by Robert Lawson

A charming short book of 94 pages with lots of fine illustrations, Robbut is a rabbit who is unsatisfied with his tail. He envies the tails of some other animals he knows like the fox and the cat, and wishes his wasn’t so small that he can barely see it. One day Robbut comes across a little man caught in a cage trap and helps him escape. Though not so described, the man is clearly an Americanized leprechaun, and he takes Robbut to his home beneath a large tree where they both have a good meal. The man wants to show his gratitude by giving Robbut a gift, and when he hears about the rabbit’s tail envy, he says he can replace the little white tuft with any kind of tail Robbut would like. Thus begins a series of experiments, as various tails are tried, each with its drawbacks, so it’s a cautionary tale of tails.

Charming, great illustrations, recommended.

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