Pixi Tales #1
In "The Queen Bee," three young men lounging under a plane tree dismiss its value—until the tree itself speaks, quietly reminding them that even the most unremarkable things can offer quiet, lasting kindness. Written by Aesop and illustrated by William A. Walsh, this 1959 gem from Thorpe & Porter brings a touch of whimsy and wisdom to a simple moment beneath the branches, with the story's gentle humor and charm rendered in Walsh’s expressive art. The cover, also by Walsh, captures the scene with a soft, inviting hand.
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Three young men rest beneath a plane tree and complain about the tree's uselessness. The tree remarks that his shade gives refreshment to weary travelers and notes that many a gift never hears the words, "Thank you!"
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