We Can’t All Be Rattlesnakes
We Can’t All Be Rattlesnakes by Patrick Jennings is a reprint edition published by HarperCollins on October 4, 2011. This 144-page book is written in English and presents a unique perspective through the eyes of a gopher snake who finds herself trapped in a terrarium by a human child named Gunnar. The narrative explores the snake’s thoughts and plans as she navigates her captivity and contemplates her escape.
Readers will discover an engaging story that highlights the dynamics between the snake and her captor, showcasing themes of captivity and freedom. The book features elements of juvenile fiction, focusing on animals, specifically reptiles and amphibians. Through clever storytelling, the protagonist, who is mistakenly identified as male, reveals her true identity and intentions, offering a humorous take on the relationship between humans and animals.
Official synopsis Publisher
I am a snake.
No, not a rattlesnake. I just look like one. I’m a gopher snake.
One day an oily, filthy, fleshy human child crossed my path. As luck would have it, he knew the difference between a gopher snake and a rattlesnake. He has imprisoned me in a terrarium. His name is Gunnar. He calls me Crusher. He thinks I’m male. I’m not.
He dropped in a dead mouse and hoped I’d eat it. I buried it. He then dropped in a live one, which he called “Breakfast.” I didn’t lay a coil on it.
Gunnar thinks I’ll be his adoring pet. He’s wrong.
In fact, I am planning my escape. I may take Breakfast with me.
Crusher will charm readers in this entertaining, clever novel about a snake in captivity and how she turns the tables on her human captor.
Author
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “We Can’t All Be Rattlesnakes” about?
Who is the author of “We Can’t All Be Rattlesnakes”?
When was “We Can’t All Be Rattlesnakes” published?
What is the ISBN for “We Can’t All Be Rattlesnakes”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
