The Happy Lion Roars

Written by
Louise Fatio
Illustrated by
Roger Duvoisin
1957

The Happy Lion is extremely unhappy because he is lonesome, so when a circus comes around and he sees the Beautiful Lioness, he brings her back to the zoo with him.

I enjoyed this book, with it's scribbled illustrations (alternating between black/white and limited color), and it's interesting portrayal of a partially personified lion. I like the lion taking care of his own happiness. And I must admit, I like saying the French words in my outrageous accent.

M says, "I like the lion."
H says, "Good."