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Custard the Dragon and the Wicked Knight (Library of Nations)

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This is the 1961 sequel to "The Tale of Custard the Dragon" which was written in 1936. Both books are beautifully and imaginatively illustrated by Lynn Munsinger in their 1995 & 1996 publications. As with other works by Nash, the verse and illustrations vie for significance and importance. His couplets are cute with his tongue in cheek. The words and images carry a slightly archaic, old fashioned overtone that is pleasing.

This is not the greatest children's book ever published. However, the nuanced language is intriguing. It has a meaningful moral - that true bravery is not always recognized or rewarded but is a wonderful thing nonetheless. As a result, the "Custard" books have a rather timeless appeal.

For fans of "The Tale of Custard the Dragon" this book is a must. It has the same wit and love of language as the original. My son loves this one even more than the original as it has both knights and dragons. Its a pleasure to read and the illustrations are delightful.

A fanciful turn about a damsel in distress named Belinda, being rescued from Sir Garagooyle, the wicked, wicked knight by her faithful friendly dragon, Custard. The rhymes are fun, how often do you find edelweiss used in rhymes! The pictures are just right, my 4 year old loves Custard. We received this book as a gift and were delighted in it.

Another great book about Custard the Dragon! Have just as much fun with this book - My son loved this one!

Our house could double as a library and this is one of my all-time kid's book favorites! The language has such a lovely rhythm to it (a joy to read) and the story is adorable. Highly recommend! My 4 year old loves it too!

My 4yo son enjoyed this story and the role reversal between the usually fierce dragon and the good-hearted night is a refreshing twist, although my son doesn't really get the irony of the other animals teasing poor Custard because he is cowardly and then making excuses themselves for not going to save the little girl. . . . he just sees it as the animals being mean with no consequence. A little hard to explain, but an entertaining story overall.

We grew up 45 years ago with this being the most loved book at my grandmother's house. We could not wait to have it read to us. Now I am the Grandma, and I am purchasing this for my grandchildren so that they too can live in the dream world of custard.

Quickly became a favorite of my grandson (5) and granddaughter (4). The illustrations are brilliant, and Ogden Nash's verse is clever and memorable.

MY SON LOVES BOTH OF OGDEN NASHES BOOKS..........
AND THEY ARE FUN TO READ!
SOMEWHAT CAT IN THE HATTISH-

My twins love to hear Custard's two books, but I wonder why a character always needs to be killed? Is this how we introduce our children to the concept of death? I'd prefer both books resolve their conflicts with an alternative solution, bt I know it's too late for a revision!