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The Greedy Python

The Greedy Python

AnimalsChildren's Books
Pages
21
Published
1985
Language
English

Synopsis

This is a charming picture book about a very hungry python. Follow along as the python eats everything in sight, from a juicy strawberry to a whole birthday cake! It's a fun and colorful story that teaches a simple lesson about greed.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

LightheartedFunnyWhimsical

Genres

Animals Children's Books Folklore Food Juvenile

Authors

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Eric Carle

American children's illustrator and writer Eric Carle (June 25, 1929- 23 May, 2021) was a children's book author and illustrator, most famous for his book The Very Hungry Caterpillar, which has been translated into over 30 languages. Since The Very Hungry Caterpillar was published in 1969, Eric Carle has illustrated more than seventy books, many best sellers, most of which he also wrote, and more than 71 million copies of his books have sold around the world.

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Richard Buckley

Richard Buckley is the author of The Greedy Python, a gripping tale that will keep you on the edge of your seat. If you enjoy suspenseful stories with a touch of the unexpected, you'll want to pick up his work.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Greedy Python part of a series?

    This book is a standalone story and does not require reading any other books by Richard Buckley or Eric Carle to be fully enjoyed.

  • What makes The Greedy Python unique among Eric Carle's books?

    While Eric Carle is known for his distinctive collage illustrations, this book is notable for being one of his collaborations where he illustrated another author's text, rather than writing and illustrating his own story.