The Story of Ferdinand
by Munro Leaf
A classic children's story about Ferdinand, a gentle bull who prefers smelling flowers to fighting in bullfights. When he is mistakenly chosen for the bullring in Madrid, Ferdinand stays true to his peaceful nature and refuses to fight. The story celebrates individuality, nonviolence, and staying true to oneself despite societal pressures to conform.
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