Meet Miss Fancy

Frank is obsessed with elephants and loves Miss Fancy, who retires from the circus and moves two blocks from his house. He plans to pet her, but Avondale Park is just for white people. When some protest, the picnic is cancelled, and Frank is heartbroken. Then Miss Fancy escapes the zoo, and it's up to Frank to find her before she gets hurt.

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 08 January 2019
Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc

Frank has had an unwavering fascination with elephants since his childhood. He adores their distinctive hosepipe trunks, tree stump-like feet, and graceful swish-swish tails. When Miss Fancy, the magnificent elephant, retires from the circus and relocates just two blocks away from Frank's house, he is ecstatic beyond words. Frank's deepest desire is to pet Miss Fancy, but unfortunately, Avondale Park is exclusively reserved for white individuals, preventing Frank from encountering her. Despite his heartbreak, Frank remains determined and devises a clever plan. He writes to the City Council, requesting permission for his church to host a picnic in the park. He believes that this opportunity will allow him to meet Miss Fancy and fulfill his lifelong dream. Encouraged by his neighbors, who support his cause, Frank's letter gains momentum. However, a small group of protesters raises objections, leading to the cancellation of the picnic. Frank's heart sinks once again, but he refuses to give up. Unexpectedly, Miss Fancy manages to escape from the zoo, putting Frank in a race against time to locate her before any harm comes her way. Frank's determination knows no bounds as he embarks on a mission to reunite with the beloved elephant. With the help of his community and a shared love for Miss Fancy, Frank sets out to find her and ensure her safe return. Through perseverance and unwavering spirit, Frank successfully locates Miss Fancy and brings her back to Avondale Park. The picnic is reinstated, and Frank is finally able to fulfill his dream of petting the magnificent creature he has always adored. From that day forward, Frank and Miss Fancy become inseparable, sharing countless magical moments and bringing joy to everyone who encounters their extraordinary bond.

Weight: 376g
Dimension: 273 x 221 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780399546686