Doctor De Soto is a capable mouse dentist who, along with his wife, treats animals of all sizes using specialized ladders and pulleys. Although they refuse to treat "dangerous" animals that eat mice, they make an exception for a weeping fox with a severe toothache. After De Soto replaces the fox’s decayed tooth with a gold one, the fox begins plotting to eat his benefactors. To protect themselves, the De Sotos outsmart the predator by applying a "secret" permanent sealant that glues the fox's jaws shut for several days.
Children and parents read this story for its focus on cleverness and ethics. It provides a concrete example of how to balance professional duty with personal safety. Readers walk away with a clear demonstration of how wit and preparation can neutralize a physical threat. The book illustrates that being small is not an obstacle to outmaneuvering a larger opponent if one uses foresight and technical skill.
Practical, outward-looking and clear-cut; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Practical Optimizer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 1982
- Language
- EN
