{"title":"Munro Leaf","description":"Wilbur Monroe Leaf (aka Munro Leaf) (1905-1976) is an American author of children's literature who wrote and illustrated many books during his long career. His books were illustrated by a number of famous artists, including Ludwig Bemelmans, Robert Lawson, and Theodor Seuss Geisel (Dr. Seuss). He is best known for The Story of Ferdinand (1936).","products":[{"product_id":"the-story-of-ferdinand-hardcover","title":"The Story of Ferdinand - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNow a major motion picture! \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOne of \u003ci\u003eThe Atlantic\u003c\/i\u003e's 65 Essential Children's Books \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA true classic with a timeless message, \u003cb\u003eThe Story of Ferdinand\u003c\/b\u003e has enchanted readers since it was first published in 1936. All the other bulls would run and jump and butt their heads together. But Ferdinand would rather sit and smell the flowers. And he does just that, until the day a bumblebee and some men from the Madrid bullfights give gentle Ferdinand a chance to be the most ferocious star of the \u003ci\u003ecorrida\u003c\/i\u003e--and the most unexpected comic hero. This cherished hardcover is perfect for those who love Ferdinand, and those who have yet to meet him.\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Spain lives a big and strong bull whose name is Ferdinand. Unlike the other bulls, Ferdinand does not like to fight. He would rather sit in the shade of his favorite cork tree and smell the flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50576963338463,"sku":"9780670674244","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/k4EN9JyLNf9780670674244.webp?v=1784328779"},{"product_id":"the-story-of-ferdinand-board-book","title":"The Story of Ferdinand - Board Book","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA true classic with a timeless message! \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOne of \u003ci\u003eThe Atlantic\u003c\/i\u003e's 65 Essential Children's Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll the other bulls run, jump, and butt their heads together in fights. Ferdinand, on the other hand, would rather sit and smell the flowers. So what will happen when Ferdinand is picked for the bullfights in Madrid? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Story of Ferdinand\u003c\/i\u003e has inspired, enchanted, and provoked readers ever since it was first published in 1936 for its message of nonviolence and pacifism. In WWII times, Adolf Hitler ordered the book burned in Nazi Germany, while Joseph Stalin, the leader of the Soviet Union, granted it privileged status as the only non-communist children's book allowed in Poland. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe preeminent leader of Indian nationalism and civil rights, Mahatma Gandhi--whose nonviolent and pacifistic practices went on to inspire Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr.--even called it his favorite book. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe story was adapted by Walt Disney into a short animated film entitled \u003ci\u003eFerdinand the Bull\u003c\/i\u003e in 1938. \u003ci\u003eFerdinand the Bull\u003c\/i\u003e won the 1938 Academy Award for Best Short Subject (Cartoons).","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50580520009951,"sku":"9780425291115","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/D1CYkEWazt9780425291115.webp?v=1784454780"},{"product_id":"the-story-of-ferdinand-paperback","title":"The Story of Ferdinand - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoon to be a major motion picture!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFerdinand is the world's most peaceful--and--beloved little bull. While all of the other bulls snort, leap, and butt their heads, Ferdinand is content to just sit and smell the flowers under his favorite cork tree. Leaf's simple storytelling paired with Lawson's pen-and-ink drawings make \u003ci\u003eThe Story of Ferdinand\u003c\/i\u003e a true classic. Commemorate the 75th anniversary of the book's original publication with this beautiful and affordable 8x8 paperback edition.","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50587085603039,"sku":"9780448456942","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/JSOkm8elTi9780448456942.webp?v=1784552167"}],"url":"https:\/\/blackandbarhe.com\/collections\/munro-leaf.oembed","provider":"Black \u0026 Barhe Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}