Seussology

The King's Stilts

The King's Stilts

About the Book

The story of King Bertram of Binn, who dedicates himself to safeguarding his kingdom, which has a precarious existence. It is surrounded by water, which is held back from flooding the land by a ring of dike trees, which are in turn subject to attack from flocks of nizzards. To protect the kingdom, a legion of Patrol Cats is organized to keep the nizzards at bay, and King Bertram sees to their care personally.

Published: 1939 Pages: 56

Book Quotes

If he wants to have a bit of fun… sure!… let him have it!”