Mr. Maxwell's Mouse by Frank Asch (English) Paperback Book

Description: Mr. Maxwell's Mouse by Frank Asch Mr Maxwell is one contented cat. He has just been promoted. And what better way to celebrate than by going to his favourite restaurant, the Paw and Claw? He decides to live a little and order the house specialty - a live mouse. When the headwaiter asks if they should kill the mouse, Mr. Maxwell says that isnt necessary. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Mr. Maxwell is one contented cat. He has just been promoted. And what better way to celebrate than by going to his favourite restaurant, the Paw and Claw? He decides to live a little and order the house specialty a live mouse. When the headwaiter asks if they should kill the mouse, Mr. Maxwell says that isnt necessary. He knows the Paw and Claws mice are bred for politeness! But this particular live mouse cant keep quiet would Mr. Maxwell like to add a little salt? Or order a glass of wine? Would he mind saying a little prayer before eating? My, what a bold and wordy mouse! Mr. Maxwell hopes the mouse doesnt give him indigestion Richly illustrated and full of surprises, Mr. Maxwells Mouse is a David-and-Goliath story with claws, whiskers and tails. AGES: 5 to 9 AUTHOR: Frank Asch has a degree in Fine Arts and has written over seventy childrens books including Star Jumper: Journal of a Cardboard Genius, the IRA Childrens Choice Award-winning Mr. Maxwells Mouse and its follow-up, Mrs. Marlowes Mice. Colour Illustrations Author Biography Frank Asch is the author and illustrator of more than 70 booFrank Asch is the author and illustrator of more than 70 books for children. His picture books with Kids Can Press incluks for children. His picture books with Kids Can Press include Ziggy Piggy and the Three Little Pigs and Mr. Maxwells Mde Ziggy Piggy and the Three Little Pigs and Mr. Maxwells Mouse (illustrated by his son, Devin Asch). Frank lives in Miouse (illustrated by his son, Devin Asch). Frank lives in Middletown Springs, Vermont. ddletown Springs, Vermont. Review Readers will relish the formal language as a tongue-in-cheek counterpoint to a very funny, if macabre, story. ... A truly scrumptious treat.--School Library Journal, Starred Review The story, rarefied and arch, revels in its elegant surroundings.--New York Times This father/son team has concocted a delicious cat-and-mouse tale in which small outsmarts large. Visually stunning, the period setting, captivating illustrations, and tongue-in-cheek dialogue create a delectable tail, er, tale of one-upmousemanship to be savored.--Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review Father-son team Frank and Devin Asch here team up for a cat-and-mouse tale that showcases the younger Aschs lush digital artistic talents, alongside the elders witty text.--Publishers Weekly Review Quote This father/son team has concocted a delicious cat-and-mouse tale in which small outsmarts large. Visually stunning, the period setting, captivating illustrations, and tongue-in-cheek dialogue create a delectable tail, er, tale of one-upmousemanship to be savored.-- Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review Details ISBN1771381175 Author Frank Asch Short Title MR MAXWELLS MOUSE Pages 32 Publisher Kids Can Press Language English Illustrator Devin Asch ISBN-10 1771381175 ISBN-13 9781771381178 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY E Residence Middletown Springs, VT, US Audience Age 5-9 Imprint Kids Can Press Country of Publication Canada Year 2014 Illustrations full colour illustrations throughout Audience Children/Juvenile Publication Date 2014-04-01 Place of Publication West Toronto We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137571672;

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