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Dunham, Curtis
Herford, Oliver
1863
1935
Herford, O. (Oliver)
Two in a Zoo
Illustrated by Oliver Herford.
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"Two in a Zoo" by Curtis Dunham and Oliver Herford is a whimsical children’s story written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds in a zoo setting, where we meet a cast of anthropomorphized animals, notably Mahmoud, an old elephant, and his mate, Duchess, as well as a young boy named Toots and a girl referred to as Princess. The storyline highlights themes of friendship and understanding across different worlds, as Toots navigates life with a physical disability and communicates with the animals, who share their experiences and wisdom. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Mahmoud, the old elephant, who is saddened by his captivity and yearns for the jungle. As Toots and the Princess arrive at the Elephant House, Toots forms a connection with Mahmoud, whispering interpretations of the conversations he overhears among the animals. Mahmoud reflects on the struggles of both the elephants and Toots, recognizing the unique bond that forms between them as they both experience limitations imposed by their worlds. This opening sets the stage for a tale blending fantasy with heartfelt lessons of empathy, encouraging readers to embrace differences and the power of communication. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Animals -- Juvenile fiction
Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
Children with disabilities -- Juvenile fiction
Happiness -- Juvenile fiction
Captive wild animals -- Juvenile fiction
Zoo animals -- Juvenile fiction
Zoos -- Juvenile fiction
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