The Tale Of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo
Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
This enchanting narrative follows the adventures of Despereaux Tilling, a small mouse with oversized ears, born in a castle and in love with music, stories, and a princess named Pea. Unlike other mice, Despereaux is not timid; he seeks out adventures that break the strict rules of the mouse world, leading to his banishment to the dungeon—a place crawling with rats and devoid of light. His journey intertwines with that of a servant girl who wishes for a different life and a devious rat who desires the world above. Together, their stories weave a tale of bravery, forgiveness, and the importance of following one's heart, challenging the traditional roles and expectations placed upon them by society and their own kinds.
The 13890th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2003
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.8)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 4 lists:
- 24th on 50 Books Every Kid Should Read (Entertainment Weekly)
- 327th on The Complete 500: OCLC (OCLC)
- 2687th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 100 Children's Books to Read in a Lifetime (Amazon (USA))