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The Lumberjack's Beard

A humorous tale of a lumberjack's unexpected guests

Duncan Beedie author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Templar Publishing

Published:12th Jan '17

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In The Lumberjack's Beard, Jim the lumberjack faces a humorous dilemma when he houses forest creatures in his beard after chopping down their homes.

In The Lumberjack's Beard, Jim Hickory is a lumberjack who loves his job but finds himself in a rather peculiar situation. Each day, he ventures into the forest with his trusty axe, enthusiastically chopping down trees. However, his work comes at a cost, as the trees he fells are home to various woodland creatures. Rather than leaving them homeless, Jim decides to offer them refuge in his beard, creating a comical yet chaotic living arrangement. The story unfolds with a series of hilarious events that arise from this unconventional solution.

As Jim's beard becomes increasingly crowded with animals, the comedic consequences of his actions escalate. From squirrels and birds to rabbits and raccoons, Jim's beard transforms into a bustling habitat. Despite the laughter, the story carries a deeper message about the importance of nature and the impact of deforestation on wildlife. Jim’s humorous predicament prompts him to reconsider his approach to lumberjacking.

Ultimately, The Lumberjack's Beard is not just a funny tale; it encourages readers to think about the environment and the creatures that inhabit it. Jim's journey leads him to find a better way to balance his work and the well-being of the forest's inhabitants, making this story both entertaining and thought-provoking for children and adults alike.

Slightly retro in finish, this is a book that successfully carries an eco-message without being remotely tub-thumping * Waterstones Newsletter *

ISBN: 9781783706884

Dimensions: 260mm x 260mm x 4mm

Weight: 220g

40 pages