Why people recommend it
Bark, George is a humorous children's picture book by Jules Feiffer about a dog that makes various animal sounds instead of barking. On an episode of The Book Review titled "Jules Feiffer on His Long, Varied Career" released on July 18, 2024, Gilbert Cruz discussed the title while talking about the author's later work. Specifically, Cruz referenced the original 1999 picture book as a point of comparison and a precursor to Feiffer's sequel of sorts titled Smart George. Throughout the discussion, Cruz highlighted the enduring charm of Feiffer's earlier creation and strongly encouraged listeners to go out and read the original book immediately. By connecting the classic story to the newer release, Cruz provided listeners with a comprehensive look at the evolution of Feiffer's distinct storytelling and artistic style. The conversation served as both a celebration of a legendary career and a practical reading recommendation for fans of children's literature, bridging the gap between nostalgic past works and exciting new publications by the same beloved author.
Who recommended it
- Gilbert Cruz Recommended
Gilbert Cruz — 2 mentions
“let's start with smart George which is a a sequel of sorts to Bark George which was an earlier picture book that came out in 1999”
“and also the original Bark George which came out in 1999 please go read these now”