A review by bibliomaineiac
The Cat from Hunger Mountain by Ed Young

3.0

3.5 stars. I needed to read two picture books for my Children's Literature class. I picked this one, simply because the recommended one by the same author wasn't available. It was an interesting fable about cat who is rich, and has all he could ever hope for, but yearns for still more. When he is brought low by a severe drought, he learns the lesson, of waste not, want not. And also to appreciate all you have. The illustrations aren't as bright and cheery as many children's books. However, the collage artwork is intriguing, and children might have fun guessing what items are used for each element of the pictures. Having a cat as the protagonist makes the tale whimsical for them as well.