The longest dachshund in the world, Pretzel is admired by all and the winner of a blue ribbon at the dog show. Only Greta, the little dachshund across the street, doesn't care for long dogs. At least not until she gets into a jam out of which only a long dog can help her. This classic story of puppy love will win the hearts of both old and new Pretzel fans.
Pretzel (Curious George)
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The Reys were born in Hamburg, Germany. Hans Augusto Rey (1898-1977) met his wife-to-be, Margret (1906-1996), at a party in her father’s home in Germany; when he first caught a glimpse of her, she was sliding down the banister. In their twenties and thirties they lived in Paris and in Rio de Janeiro, where Hans sold bathtubs in villages along the Amazon River. Eventually Cambridge, Massachusetts, became the Reys’ home and community. Throughout their lives the Reys created many lively books together, including SPOTTY, PRETZEL, and lift-the-flap books such as HOW DO YOU GET THERE? The manuscript of the first Curious George books was one of the few items the Reys carried with them on their bicycles when they escaped from Paris in 1940. Eventually, they made their way to the United States, and CURIOUS GEORGE was published in 1941. Their incorrigible little monkey has become an American icon, selling millions of books and capturing the hearts of readers everywhere. CURIOUS GEORGE has been published in many languages, including French, German, Japanese, Afrikaans, and Norwegian. Additional Curious George books followed, as well as such other favorites as CECILY G. AND THE NINE MONKEYS and FIND THE CONSTELLATIONS.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
This was my favorite book as a child, although I discovered in later years that my parents had changed his girlfriend's name to Gretchen when reading it aloud since my name is Greta! I'd recommend this to anyone since it shows kids it's okay to be different and problems can be overcome with patience. I've been searching for this for years and am thrilled to finally own it. When I got my dachshund I immediately named him after this book.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By Elizabeth
Format:Paperback
This is such a charming tale about a male dachshund named Pretzel trying to win the affections of his lady-friend. He tries all kinds of antics to woo her and impress her, but it isn't until he rescues her from a deep hole that he truly wins her heart. A must for every child! I still love to read it and I'm 26!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
I have looked and looked for this book because it was out of print for some time. I have an old paperback copy, but it is getting pretty worn. I was delighted to find I could order it here, and in hardback no less! This is one of my favorite books!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I far preferred Pretzel to Curious George because I've always been partial to dogs, especially hounds. I actually knew a little black dachshund named Gretchen and several brown ones named Gretel, so I had to smile at jealous Greta who had a prejudice toward long dogs and rebuffed Pretzel until Pretzel bailed her out of a jam. Greta was also jealous of Pretzel's blue ribbon, which she won in a dog show. Pretzel demonstrates class and character to help one who had never been nice to her.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Charlie03
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I was so excited to find this book available for purchase. This was my favorite book as a child, and I loved books! I've never known anyone who ever heard of this book. I have always referred to dachshunds as pretzel dogs, and nobody would understand why. So now I'm about to be a grandma, and I'm buying it for the baby & for me; one copy for each of us. I hope he and his parents enjoy it as much as I always did. Coincidentally, they have a dachshund. I love this book!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Thought it was a great childrens book, not to long nor short. Funny, and also good night time story for children.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
This was my very favorite children's book, and as an adult, i still read it at least once every 6 months. it was out of print for a looong time, so kudos to holt for bringing it back. teaches kids that it's ok to look/be a little weird...that weirdness can be a real asset!!! just the best book.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Mama Mia
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Bought this and the stuffed animal to go with it for a friend's baby. It's one of my 4 year old's favorites - cute characters and a happy ending!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nostalgic!
I got this for my father for his birthday (he turned 53) as a nostalgic gift, as he used to read this when he was a kid. He loved it. Read more
Published 7 days ago by Maegan Gaudreau
5.0 out of 5 stars
This classic never goes out of style
My kids loved this book growing up and read it over and over. We gave this book as a gift to friends who have a young grandson and dachsunds and it was very well received.
Published 1 month ago by Joseph Epstein
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cute Book
I love a daschand anyway shape or form, so when I found out I was having a grandchild this coming summer I have been building up the Grandma library! Read more
Published 4 months ago by sharon Mcdaniel
5.0 out of 5 stars
cute!
Purchased as a xmas gift for a 2 year old. She seems to like it, keeps bringing it o her mom to have her read the story again. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Ally S
5.0 out of 5 stars
I love it!
This book is perfect for me to use in the R.E.A.D. (Reading education Assistance Dog) Program where children read to my therapy dog dachshund
Published 4 months ago by Barbara Jo Finer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cute Story!
This book is less common than the Curious George books, but by the same author, and just as cute! Bought it for my two-year old nephew, and he enjoys the story.
Published 5 months ago by K. Albrecht
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great story
I bought the doll and the book together. My granddaughter loved them both! It was an awesome gift for her!
Published 5 months ago by Pepino
2.0 out of 5 stars
May be the creepiest story by "Curious George" authors.
Pretzel is born and nursed by his mother.
Then he grows up. Or, long.
He falls for a female daschund who would not accept his romantic advances. Read more
Then he grows up. Or, long.
He falls for a female daschund who would not accept his romantic advances. Read more
Published 5 months ago by R. Garcia
5.0 out of 5 stars
Arrived on time
Small book, but the recipient loved it. I have nothing left to say but this lamo review requires a certain number of words.
Published 5 months ago by Rebecca Rippy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Everyone Needs this book
if you have a weenie dog, you have to own this book, i just bought it for my MOM for christmas, its SOOO adorable, im ordering one for my own collection!!!
Published 6 months ago by Indica Renegade
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