29 unnumbered pages : color illustrations ; 26 x 27 cm
Summary
Everything is peaceful in the sleepy Burmese village until the General arrives. When he demands to be given half of everything the villagers have, one thong is flung at the General. When he attempts to find out who owns the thong, the children's clever response humiliates the General
Analysis
Picture books
Notes
CIP confirmed
For children
Audience
For children
Notes
Children's Book of the Year Award: Picture Book, 1995 shortlist