The Mouse and His Child (1967 book)

The Mouse and His Child is a book by Russell Hoban first published in 1967 with illustrations by Lillian Hoban. It is about a father and son pair of toy mice who try to look for their owner, with the help of several other toys. The book is known for some dark and sad moments, including when the son mouse ends up in an orphan alley after getting swept away from his father. It was eventually made into a movie called The Mouse and His Child in 1977, and a stop motion animated musical special in 1979.

 Plot 
A father mouse and a son mouse are held on display in a local toy store. Their main wish is to be taken by a child instead of being left out. They fall out the window being pushed by a Jack-in-the-Box by accident during a snowstorm and embark on an adventure, facing many dangers and perils along the way.

Category:1967 books
Category:American children's books