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A Gaggle of Geese

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I first saw the book A GAGGLE OF GEESE about 20 years in a science museum where I worked. I remember being particularly interested in the opportunity to learn the collective names of animals.

When I ordered it recently, I had forgotten it was a children's book; I only remembered it as a source book. Imagine my surprise and delight to see this beautifully illustrated, cleverly worded children's book. I wish I had had this for my own children when they were little; it should be reissued! The book came to me in excellent condition, very carefully packaged by the bookseller, arriving only a few days after I ordered it.

But, I was a little disappointed that the group animal names were limited to 26, I believe; I had expected a much larger number of them. However, now that I have it, I shall cherish A Gaggle of Geese as a children's book to share with young friends. And then I plan to search further for an adult book on group names of a wider range of animals, if such a book exists.

The novelty of learning all the animal group terms, is outstripped by the gorgeous, striking illustrations. This book is truly a pleasure both to read to our small daughter, who loves pointing out the details in the illustrations, and as a work of art. It would make a lovely coffee table book. Ms Browne, and Barefoot books in general, make brightly colored, beautifully and sometimes adventurously illustrated books. I only regret that this book is so difficult to find!