Yertle the Turtle and Other Stories Quotes

“And the turtles, of course...all the turtles are free, as turtles and, maybe, all creatures should be.”
― Dr. Seuss, Yertle the Turtle and Other Stories

“I’ve pains in my back and my shoulders and knees.
How long must we stand here, Your Majesty, please?”
― Dr. Seuss, Yertle the Turtle and Other Stories

“I’m ruler,” said Yertle, “of all that I see.
But I don’t see enough. That’s the trouble with me.”
― Dr. Seuss, Yertle the Turtle and Other Stories