Synopses & Reviews
Each of Donald's experiences features a unique final twist, perhaps none more memorable than what happens in Donald and The.... to a little white worm that Donald finds and is allowed to keep in a jar. In this book, in print for the first time since 1969, Gorey's arch illustrations complement a wry tale that readers of all ages will find infectious.
Synopsis
This quirky story features a sickly boy named Donald whose little white worm becomes a... housefly! The anti-climactic ending to this story pokes gentle fun at the childhood trope of discovering butterfly metamorphosis, perfectly communicated by the dark, faux-antiquated illustration style for which Gorey has received such acclaim.
About the Author
Peter F. Neumeyer is the author of many books for children and adults and a regular book reviewer for The Boston Globe and other publications. Edward Gorey illustrated nearly 100 books from 1953 until his death in 2000.