The Fence: A Mexican Tale

by Jan B. Balet

A poor Mexican family is charged with sniffing all the goodness away from the expensive foods prepared for the rich family on the other side of the fence

26 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1969

Reviews

[Melki · Rating 4 out of 5]

A rich man tries to collect money from his poor neighbor when he catches the needy family smelling the delicious aromas emanating from the wealthier kitchen. I've heard this folktale before, but, it's always fun to read a different interpretation. And, I loved the author's colorful, detailed illustrations.