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In this charming picture book, a resourceful chameleon finds himself pursued by a sly leopard and a lurking crocodile. Through cleverness and quick thinking, he devises clever tactics to deter the hunters and maintain his freedom, delighting young readers with both humor and adventure.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Mwenye Hadithi.
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