Further Tales of Uncle Remus: The Misadventures of Brer Rabbit, Brer Fox, Brer Wolf, the Doodang, an

Now, most folks don't realize it, because they're too busy to actually sit and listen, but the creatures of the forest are a lot like you and me. They sing and dance and pull pranks, just like all folks do.

Take the time Brer Bear got to bragging about how strong he was--until Brer Turtle showed him what was what in a rope-pulling contest. Or call to mind how Miz Cricket won a race against Brer Fox and made him buy her dinner at the best restaurant in town. Or recollect, if you will, how badly things went for the Doodang when he took to the idea that he wanted more out of life than he'd already got.

In over 30 tales from Black American folklore, award-winning author Julius Lester updates some all-time classic stories for adults and children of all ages. A hilarious reading by the author captures all the colorful adventures of these timeless, familiar forest friends.