Who Wants a Cheap Rhinoceros?
Who Wants a Cheap Rhinoceros?
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Who Wants a Cheap Rhinoceros?

Written and illustrated by Shel Silverstein
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4 - 8
Reading age
64
Page count
Feb 18, 1964
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A rhino makes the best kind of friend in this 50th Anniversary Edition of a cherished classic from Shel Silverstein. Looking for a new pet? Bored with cats, dogs, goldfish, gerbils, and hamsters? How about a cheap rhinoceros? Shel Silverstein’s loving look at the joys of rhino ownership may convince you to be the lucky person who takes home this very, very unusual pet. This 50th Anniversary Edition features jacket art from the original 1964 edition, plus a commemorative anniversary sticker.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781481415934
    Publication Date
    February 18, 1964
    Publisher
    Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
    Page Count
    64
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    4 - 8 years

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