I, Crocodile
I, Crocodile by Fred Marcellino is a whimsical tale published by Harper Collins on September 8, 1999. This first edition features 40 pages and is presented in English. The story follows a crocodile who, after being brought to Paris as a souvenir by Napoleon, grapples with the challenges of adapting to a new environment filled with unfamiliar foods and expectations.
Readers will discover a humorous narrative that explores the crocodile’s longing for his home in the Nile while navigating the whims of his new life in Paris. The book delves into themes of identity and belonging, showcasing the crocodile’s struggle with his appetite and ego amidst the enchantment of the city. Inspired by a lesser-known nineteenth-century French satire, I, Crocodile combines engaging storytelling with Marcellino’s own illustrations, making it a unique addition to juvenile fiction focused on animals and humorous stories.
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While robbing Egypt’s mummies, sphinxes, and palm trees, Napoleon can’t resist bringing home a souvenir crocodile as well. All Paris is enchanted with this exotic creature. But for a crocodile with an appetite as big as his ego, being the toast of the town has its downside, too. What’s a crocodile who’s used to a dinner of flamingo, snake, or mongoose to make of chocolate mousse? Oh, to return to his beloved Nile! But fickle Napoleon has other plans for our hero…
Inspired by an obscure nineteenth-century French satire, I, Crocodile is the first book Fred Marcellino has written as well as illustrated.
2000 ALA Notable Children’s Book
1999 New York Times Best Illustrated Book
2000-2001 Georgia’s Picture Storybook Award & Georgia’s Children’s Book Award Masterlist
2000 ALA Notable Children’s Books
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