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The Story of the Teasing Monkey

By Helen Bannerman
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The tale follows a mischievous little monkey named Jacko who enjoys teasing other animals by pulling their tails. After provoking a lion and lioness, they conspire with a bear to trap him; Jacko falls into a stone larder where he is plied with bananas he shares with rats. Longing for a coconut, he is supplied fruit by the rats, fashions a husk coat, and appears fat. When predators return intending to eat him and the bear tries to seize him alone, a collapse of stones frees Jacko, who slips away and scatters coconuts onto the lion and lioness, leaving them sore-headed and begrudgingly eating bananas for dinner.

About the Author

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Helen Bannerman

Helen Bannerman was a Scottish author best known for her children's stories that often featured vibrant illustrations and engaging narratives. Her most famous work, "Little Black Sambo," published in 1899, tells the tale of a young boy and his adventures with a group of tigers, highlighting themes of bravery and cleverness. Bannerman's stories, while popular in their time, have also sparked discussions regarding cultural representation and sensitivity. In addition to her notable works, such as "The Story of Little Black Mingo" and "The Story of the Teasing Monkey," Bannerman's contributions to children's literature continue to be examined for their impact and legacy.

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