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My Rhinoceros

Jon Agee Jon Agee

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English
SALLYWAG PRESS
01 October 2022
Age range 3 to 6

A hilarious story from master of the absurd, Jon Agee, where a boy finds out that his pet rhinoceros can do more than he bargained for! If you should ever get a rhinoceros for a pet, you're in for a surprise. It won't chase a ball. Or a stick. Or a frisbee. In fact, according to the experts, a rhinoceros does only two things: pop balloons and poke holes in kites. But don't be discouraged. As you'll discover in this book, rhinoceroses can do more - so much more - than that!

'Jon Agee's My Rhinoceros is a genuine masterpiece. Even better, every kid will love it.' - Maurice Sendak

'Will delight readers both young and old. A joy.' - Books for Keeps Book of the Week
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Illustrated by:   Jon Agee
Imprint:   SALLYWAG PRESS
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 279mm,  Width: 222mm,  Spine: 8mm
ISBN:   9781912650996
ISBN 10:   1912650991
Pages:   32
Publication Date:  
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  Children / Juvenile
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Jon Agee attended The Cooper Union School of Art in New York City. A full-time author, he lives with his wife in San Francisco. Jon is the author/illustrator of many acclaimed books for children, which between them have won an Irma Black Honor, a Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor, New York Times Ten Best Illustrated Books, ALA Notable Book, and much more.

Reviews for My Rhinoceros

'Jon Agee's My Rhinoceros is a genuine masterpiece. Even better, every kid will love it.' Maurice Sendak;‘Agee combines deadpan comedy with cartoon-like illustrations in this absurd story of a boy who buys a pet rhinoceros who does nothing but burst balloons and rip kites. The boy is on the verge of swapping him for a hippo when a robbery gives Rhino a chance to shine...’ Daily Mail;'This hilariously unexpected and dynamic picture book has the feel of a perfectly constructed joke.' The Guardian;‘The ongoing publication of Jon Agee’s work is proving to be an utter delight. It is clear why Maurice Sendak was known to be an admirer…Will delight readers both young and old. A joy.’ Books for Keeps;'This charming and funny story is replete with exciting illustrations that make My Rhinoceros a joy to read to EYFS classes and a good text to use when explaining to younger children people often have unexpected and surprising talents.' School Reading List;‘Jon Agee’s poker-faced telling, in combination with his ink and watercolour illustrations of the unfolding comical capers, work perfectly together highlighting the daftness of a story that will go down very well with young listeners, and readers of all ages.’ Red Reading Hub;'In the author’s trademark style, My Rhinoceros is a perfectly understated picture story, brimming with humour, imagination, surprises and wonderfully expressive illustrations. Fun, playful and perfect to read aloud or alone, this is Agee at his entertaining best.' Lancashire Evening Post


  • Short-listed for The Children's Book Award 2023

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