Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015
The Skunk
By Mac Barnett, Patrick McDonnell (Illustrator)
A man is pursued by a skunk, but why?
32 pages· 598 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
3.7/5 Goodreads · 2,148 ratings
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Summary: A tuxedoed man is bewildered when a skunk appears at his door and begins to follow him everywhere. From city streets to the opera house, the chase becomes frantic. Desperate to escape, he moves to a new neighborhood, only to realize something is missing. What does the skunk want, and why does the man feel its absence? This whimsical tale explores unexpected connections and the mysteries of companionship.


