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Lane Smith’s illustration‑rich picture book flips the classic fairy tale on its head by presenting the story from the perspective of Alexander T. Wolf, the wolf who claims he was the victim and that the pigs were the true aggressors. The book’s humor comes from the wolf’s exaggerated account of how the pigs built their houses and why he ended up with a fire in the woods. Smith’s simplistic, wry drawings complement the fractured narrative, making it a fun, tongue‑in‑cheek retelling that appeals to older children and adults alike.
First publish date: May 24, 1991
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Lane Smith
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