
Under a Pig Tree
A History of the Noble Fruit (A Mixed-Up Book)
Margie Palatini(Author)
Abrams Books for Young Readers (Publisher)
Will be published approx. on 14. April 2015
Book
Hardback
40 pages
978-1-4197-1488-7 (ISBN)
Description
The publisher and author of Under a Pig Tree seem to be having communication issues. The author has written a clear, no-nonsense history of figs. But the publisher is sure she meant pigs. After all, what's the difference between two measly letters?
What results is a hilarious illustrated history of pigs, from the earliest times ("Pigs were presented as 'medals' to the winners of the first Olympics") to the present day ("There is nothing better than enjoying a cup of tea or glass of milk with one of those famous Pig Newtons"). The author, needless to say, is not happy about this "little mix-up" and makes her feelings very clearly known-by scrawling all over the book!
With sticky notes from the publisher, angry scribbles from the author, wrinkles and pages askew, Under a Pig Tree is a playful peek into a book in "midproduction" and a humorous look at the consequences of small mistakes, by industry pro Margie Palatini and up-and-coming talent Chuck Groenink.
What results is a hilarious illustrated history of pigs, from the earliest times ("Pigs were presented as 'medals' to the winners of the first Olympics") to the present day ("There is nothing better than enjoying a cup of tea or glass of milk with one of those famous Pig Newtons"). The author, needless to say, is not happy about this "little mix-up" and makes her feelings very clearly known-by scrawling all over the book!
With sticky notes from the publisher, angry scribbles from the author, wrinkles and pages askew, Under a Pig Tree is a playful peek into a book in "midproduction" and a humorous look at the consequences of small mistakes, by industry pro Margie Palatini and up-and-coming talent Chuck Groenink.
Reviews / Votes
It's a prime choice for foodie families. * Publishers Weekly * Kiddos will go hog-wild for this farcical romp. * Booklist * The conceit is humorous...The illustrations are charming... * School Library Journal *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
Abrams
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 4 to 8 years
Product notice
With printed dust jacket
Dimensions
Height: 259 mm
Width: 234 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Weight
422 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4197-1488-7 (9781419714887)
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E-Book
09/2025
ABRAMS Inc
€13.49
Available for download
Persons
Margie Palatini is the author of many outrageously funny books for children, including Piggie Pie!, illustrated by Howard Fine; Moosetache, Mooseltoe, and the Bad Boys series, all illustrated by Henry Cole; The Cheese, illustrated by Steve Johnson and Lou Fancher; No Biting, Louise, illustrated by Matthew Reinhart; and Gorgonzola, illustrated by Tim Bowers.
Chuck Groenink is a Dutch artist who has illustrated several children's books in Europe and the U.S., including The Donkey Who Carried a King and Dear Daisy Dunnington. He currently lives in Syracuse, New York, with his wife.
Chuck Groenink is a Dutch artist who has illustrated several children's books in Europe and the U.S., including The Donkey Who Carried a King and Dear Daisy Dunnington. He currently lives in Syracuse, New York, with his wife.