Why-So Stories (1918)

By Edwin Gile Rich

Book Overview

Why-So Stories is a collection of short stories written by Edwin Gile Rich and published in 1918. The book consists of ten stories, each of which explores a different animal's behavior and characteristics through the lens of a fictional narrative. The stories are written in a playful and humorous tone, making them accessible to both children and adults.In each story, the author poses a question about the animal's behavior, such as ""Why does the kangaroo have a pouch?"" or ""Why do monkeys have long tails?"" He then provides a fanciful answer that is both entertaining and educational. Along the way, readers learn about the habits, habitats, and unique traits of each animal.The stories are accompanied by illustrations that add to the whimsical and lighthearted tone of the book. The author's imaginative storytelling and playful use of language make Why-So Stories a delightful read for anyone interested in animals and their behavior.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167207742
• ISBN13: 9781167207747
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"