The King of Quizzical Island

Article number 10221210

This rhyming, comical picture book in the tradition of nonsense verse follows a deeply curious ruler who decides to explore beyond the borders of his isolated realm. Ignoring the cautious advice of his counselors, he builds a vessel and sets sail toward the edge of the world to satisfy his inquisitive nature. Released in the late 1970s by a prominent British publisher, this hardcover first edition blends playful poetry with distinctive illustrations to deliver a humorous adventure about exploration and curiosity for young readers.