Alberic the Wise and Other Journeys

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Three tales of wit and wonder from the children's classic author of 'The Phantom Tollbooth'.

Unlikely hero Alberic is on a seemingly endless search for wisdom. He learns much along the way but will his journey ever satisfy him?

In the second tale, a boy is drawn to a mysterious painting of a princess far away who's left bereft of her kingdom. Can he be the knight in shining armour and win back her lands?

And then meet the richest monarch in the world... and the poorest, as they discover the true worth of wealth.

Fascinating fables from a classic storyteller overflowing with humour and wit.

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Horn Book Review

Three stories leave readers wondering: What happened next? The first tells of Alberic, who spent his life searching without knowing what for. In the second a modern boy steps into a Renaissance painting. The third tells of two kings who briefly exchange kingdoms. Juster's smooth storytelling weaves together action and characterization. Gnoli's striking illustrations have a medieval feeling and are in perfect harmony. (c) Copyright 2011. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.