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PEREZ THE MOUSE
PEREZ THE MOUSE - Adapted from the Spanish of Padre Luis Coloma
In a charming kingdom ruled by the gentle six‑year‑old King Bubi, kindness spreads from the toy factories built for children to the wise laws protecting the tiny mousefolk. When the young monarch loses a wobbly tooth, his caring mother instructs him to place the pearl‑white tooth in an envelope beneath his pillow—a time‑honored ritual that never fails.
That night, a dainty mouse named Perez, dressed in a straw hat, slippers and glittering spectacles, appears to collect the tooth. Their first exchange is a courteous dance of bows and polite wishes, sparking an instant friendship that promises many delightful adventures together.
Language
en
Duration
~18 minutes (17K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2009-07-18
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1851–1915
A Spanish Jesuit priest and novelist, he is best remembered for lively fiction that mixed sharp social observation with storytelling flair. He also created the first written version of the beloved character Ratón Pérez, the little mouse who collects children’s lost teeth.
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