The Story of Ferdinand -- Munro Leaf

<b>Now a major motion picture </b> <p/>A true classic with a timeless message, <b>The Story of Ferdinand</b> has enchanted readers since it was first published in 1936. All the other bulls would run and jump and butt their heads together. But Ferdinand would rather sit and smell the flowers. And he does just that, until the day a bumblebee and some men from the Madrid bullfights give gentle Ferdinand a chance to be the most ferocious star of the <i>corrida</i>--and the most unexpected comic hero. This cherished hardcover is perfect for those who love Ferdinand, and those who have yet to meet him.<br><br><b>Author:</b> Munro Leaf<br><b>Publisher:</b> Viking Books for Young Readers<br><b>Published:</b> 01/01/1936<br><b>Pages:</b> 72<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.86lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 9.42h x 7.38w x 0.54d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780670674244<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 4-8<br><br><b>Accelerated Reader:</b><br><b>Reading Level:</b> 3.7<br><b>Point Value:</b> 0.5<br><b>Interest Level:</b> Lower Grade<br><b>Quiz #/Name: </b>5493 / Story of Ferdinand<br><br><b>Award:</b> Indies Choice Book Awards - Finalist<br><b>Award:</b> Indies Choice Book Awards - Winner<br><p><b>About the Author</b><br>Wilbur Monroe Leaf (aka Munro Leaf) (1905-1976) is an American author of children's literature who wrote and illustrated many books during his long career. His books were illustrated by a number of famous artists, including Ludwig Bemelmans, Robert Lawson, and Theodor Seuss Geisel