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Two polar bears named Irving and Muktuk slip from the serenity of the Arctic into the bustling world of a New Jersey zoo. With a shared love for muffins and a desire for ordinary zoo life, the pair quickly find themselves at odds with the zoo’s routines and the city’s expectations. Their attempts to blend in spark a cascade of comical situations, demonstrating that adapting to a new environment can be as tricky as finding a suitable snack.
Through playful scenarios, the story highlights the unique challenges wildlife face when transferred from wild habitats to human care. It offers a gentle, humorous look at the complexities of animal stewardship and the unlikely companionship between unlikely friends.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Daniel Manus Pinkwater
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