Brer Rabbit and Boss Lion: A Classic Southern Tale (Rabbit Ears American Heroes & Legends)

In this hilarious southern folktale, mean old Boss Lion threatens the peaceful folk of Brer Village, and Brer Rabbit is forced to teach the carnivorous trouble-maker a lesson he’ll never forget. Brer Rabbit outsmarts the baddest fella in the forest—then saunters back to town as the local hero. This witty, playful adaptation, perfectly complemented by gritty bayou blues, is just the kind of fun your family will enjoy again and again. Delightfully illustrated by Bill Mayer. Ages 5 and up. Part of the award-winning Rabbit Ears series, American Heroes & Legends. Audio and video versions using the same text and illustrations are narrated by actor Danny Glover with original music by Dr. John. (A companion story, "Brer Rabbit and the Wonderful Tar Baby," is also narrated by Danny Glover, with original music by Taj Mahal!) Grammy Award Nomination–Best Album for Children Spoken Word; American Library Association–Notable Children’s Recording; Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award. DVD and digital downloads are available at Amazon Disc on Demand and Amazon Instant Video. The audiobook is available at Audible.com. Hard cover library bound editions of the book are available at www.rabbitears.com. Rabbit Ears stories open a door to the world of great literature. These are timeless and beloved stories that have delighted generations, and continue to offer powerful lessons for today's audiences. Readers of all ages will explore faraway lands and cultures through folktales. You will walk alongside heroes of long ago legends. And discover master storytellers such as Beatrix Potter, Hans Christian Andersen, and Rudyard Kipling. Original illustrations in full color add another dimension to each story, and the texts will foster a love of reading. Great stories. Great Memories. Get the entire Rabbit Ears library!