Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk: A Modest Bestiary

Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk

Written by David Sedaris | Published on June 30, 2026
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If animals were more like us,if mice kept pets and toads could cuss,if dogs had wives and chipmunks dated,sheep sat still and meditated,then in the forest, field and dairyyou might find this bestiary,read by storks, by rats and kitties,skimmed by cows with milk-stained titties."I found the book to be most droll,"might quip the bear, the owl, the mole.Others, though, would be more coarse,"Bull," could say the pig and horse.As to the scribe, they'd quote the hen:"Trust me, he's no La Fontaine."(flap copy)

The nuance and structural integrity of Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk: A Modest Bestiary showcases exactly why David Sedaris remains a compelling voice in contemporary literature. Whether consumed in a quiet afternoon or dissected over several weeks, the narrative demands attention.

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  • Length185 Pages
  • Original Release2010
  • ISBN9416750
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