by Walter Wangerin Jr.
The use of animals as stand in for humans, as allegorical devices, has a long history. This book is another entry into that field. It is nothing like Watership Down, which is a hero quest for rabbits, but instead in more of the tradition of Aesop or the medieval tales featuring Reynard. ...
Having had this book on my shelf for 30 years, I decided that I should finally read it, so took it on holiday. Why did I wait so long?! This is instantly one of my favourite books. By turns funny, frightening, sorrowful and uplifting, the book tells the story of Chauntecleer the rooster and his batt...
A religious fable with animal characters. It was interesting, but was not a compelling read.
Moving, deep, difficult at times but keeps you turning the pages. Wangerin doesn't shy away from depicting a realistic battle between good and evil. This story is set in a barnyard and draws on the traditions of Aesop, Animal Farm, Watership Down, the bible, and the lesser-known Duncton Wood books. ...
Read this in my early college days. I remember liking it then; not so sure I'd like it as much now.
Log in with Facebook 
