“…Pulling his harpoon from Moby Dick’s side, he stabbed it in again and again—stabbing, jabbing-jabbing, stabbing—like a madman.” …
“…then it was that Moby Dick finally spouted the fatal black blood and sounded for the last time.” …
Not your typical bedtime story, but it held Grant’s attention. :-)
The book was published in 1956, long before animal rights activists found a voice. A “Note to Parents” at the beginning of the book includes this: “The dramatic illustrations on every page are in keeping with the spirit of this American classic.” Indeed. :-)
nothing like a little gore at bedtime to get the sleepy juices flowing. ;)
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