Startling, irreverent and provocative, the incomparable creator of poems and fables for children turns his eye and pen upon the social calamities and absurdities of the adult world. a modern ballet where lovers are ground to hamburger wives are turned into chairs TV sets eat people flowers grow from children's heads God is uncovered—and re-covered and men are hung by the instrument of their desire Shel Silverstein, (1930-1999) the bestselling author of The Giving Tree, A Light in the Attic, Falling Up, and Every Thing On It, has created yet another collection that is both outrageously funny and deeply profound. Note: For a complete list of the stories included, see the FAQ section below. Edition MSRP: US $29⁹⁵ / $42⁵⁰ CAN (ISBN 0-06-055430-4) Library of Congress Catalog #78-19473 Manufactured in China