Another Classic by Dr. Seuss, this time with the theme of Compassion and Forgiveness

Join one of Dr. Seuss's most giving characters in the classic picture book Thidwick the Big-Hearted Moose. Poor Thidwick's generosity proves the adage that no good deed goes unpunished, and soon everyone, from a tiny Bingle Bug to a huge bear, is taking advantage of our antlered hero.

How wonderful it is, to have a children's book teaching socially accepted morality to children by way of colorful pictures and poetic meter? Thidwick's tale is a lesson warning against unrestrained kindness, a heads up that all that glitters is not necessarily gold. How does a children's book manage this?

Compassion and kindness are pretty great, right? Where would this world be without kind people? But Thidwick and the Big-Hearted Moose suggests that there may be times when kindness might not be all that great—like perhaps when you are forgetting self-care.

With Seuss's rhyming text and endearing illustrations, this beloved story about a kindhearted moose and the bullies that make a home on his horns is an ideal way to introduce children to the invaluable concept of self-respect.

Originally published: 1948 This is a vintage hardback, larger sized Collins London 1960s edition Vintage condition but tidy, see photos or ask if you have any questions.