Brer Rabbit and His Tricks

by Ennis Rees, Edward Gorey (Illustrator)

Rhymed versions of "Brer Rabbit and the Tar Baby," "Winnianimus Grass," and "Hello House," first collected by J.C. Harris

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

56 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1900

Reviews

[Melki · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rees presents three decent retellings of the classic folktales, though Edward Gorey's illustrations are the main reason to check this out.

[emyrose8 · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5- told in modern verse/rhyme, nice illustrations

Tar Baby
Hello House
Winnianimus Grass and Whimpmewhopme Cake

[Elisabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

This version of three Brer Rabbit stories tells The Tar Baby, Hello House, and Winnianimus Grass in rhyming verse. It's a strange choice that doesn't really help the tales. The Edward Gorey illustrations are typical of his style and fun to look at.

[Liverwortlaura · Rating 5 out of 5]

some of the best gorey illustrations for a work not his own. including the very best gorey rendition of cake. classic.

[Sandy (WI girl at heart) · Rating 4 out of 5]

another classic!