Abel Classics: fairy tales and fables

How the Rhinoceros Got His Skin
In this classic Just So Story by Rudyard Kipling, we learn why rhinos have such tough, leathery skin.

The Tortoise and the Hare
The hare is the most arrogant animal living on the island. He loves nothing more than boasting about how fast he is. He can't believe it when the one animal willing to challenge him to a race is the slowest animal on the island: the tortoise!

The Boy Who Wanted More Cheese
Twelve-year-old Klaas van Bommel never seems to be able to eat enough. His favourite food is cheese and he’s always hungry for more. One day, Klaas hears the sound of singing angels and they lure him away with promises of all the cheese he can eat.

The Tale of Peter Rabbit
Peter Rabbit, his mother, and his three sisters live under a fir tree in a big forest. One day, Mrs. Rabbit leaves her bunnies to go through the woods to the baker's house. She cautions them not to go to Mr. McGregor's garden while she’s gone, but Peter immediately disobeys her. He has a good time at first, but he eats so much it makes him feel sick. Then, when he goes to look for parsley to soothe his stomach, Mr. McGregor spots him!