Publisher's Synopsis
Squinty The Comical Pig is a children's book written by Richard Barnum. The story follows Squinty, a young pig who is born with a peculiar squint in his eye which makes him look comical. Squinty lives on a farm with his mother and siblings but is constantly teased by the other animals because of his appearance. Despite this, Squinty remains optimistic and determined to find his place in the world. One day, Squinty escapes from the farm and sets off on an adventure to prove himself. Along the way, he meets a variety of animals who help him learn valuable life lessons about perseverance, friendship, and self-acceptance. Squinty's journey is filled with humorous mishaps and heartwarming moments that will entertain and inspire young readers. Barnum's writing style is engaging and accessible for children, with plenty of descriptive language and dialogue to keep them engaged. The book is also beautifully illustrated, with colorful and expressive drawings that bring Squinty's world to life. Overall, Squinty The Comical Pig is a charming and uplifting tale that teaches valuable lessons about self-confidence and acceptance.So Squinty had his supper, after all, though he did run away. Perhaps he should have been punished by being sent to bed without having had anything to eat, but you see the farmer wanted his pigs to be fat and healthy, so he fed them well. Squinty was very glad of that.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.
