The Camel's Lament

Written by Charles Carryl · Illustrated by Charles Santore

A camel muses on his unique nature in a whimsical rhyme.

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32 pages· ~490L

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Bookroo's summary

In a whimsical poem, a camel reflects on his distinctiveness, setting himself apart from all other creatures. With humor and charm, this classic tale invites young readers to celebrate their own uniqueness. Charles Santore's enchanting illustrations bring the camel's musings to life, making this a delightful read for children and families. What makes the camel so different, and what can we learn from his playful perspective? Discover the joy of individuality in this beautifully illustrated edition that promises to be a cherished addition to any bookshelf.

From the publisher

This classic children’s poem with lilting rhyme about a camel and his thoughts will delight readers young and old.Help kids appreciate what makes them unique with this humorous poem about a camel explaining how he’s not like any other animal out there.This Classic Edition of The Camel’s Lament features: A beautifully designed hardcoverOriginal poem from Charles CarrylIllustrations by renowned artist Charles Santore, the critically-acclaimed illustrator of multiple classic tales, including The Night Before Christmas, The Velveteen Rabbit, The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit, and Aesop’s FablesIs a wonderful gift for birthdays, holidays, or a Christmas presentCharles Santore’s works has been widely exhibited in museums and celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children’s stories, including The Little Mermaid, Snow White, and The Wizard of Oz.

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