The Surprising Adventures of Balthazar
Vicuna, Claudio Orrego
A parable rich in imagery and meaning, "The Surprising Adventures of Balthazar "provides readers of all ages with profound insights into the nature of authority, power, and freedom. The tale begins when a polar bear named Balthazar is captured by hunters and put in a city zoo in Chile. But Balthazar is no ordinary bear, for he faces his grim situation with an uncanny wisdom, a sense of humor, and a strong self-reliance. Originally written in 1...