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In this charming illustration of a classic fairy tale, a boy known for his laziness never manages to do anything right. Yet, through a series of improbable events, he finds himself unexpectedly wealthy. The story blends humor, irony, and a gentle moral lesson about the unintended rewards of idleness.
First publish date: 1970
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Joseph Jacobs
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