The publisher and author of Under a Pig Tree seem to be having
communication issues. The author has written a clear, no-nonsense
history of figs. But the publisher is sure she meant pigs. After
all, what's the difference between two measly letters? What results is a
hilarious illustrated history of pigs, from the earliest times ("Pigs
were presented as 'medals' to the winners of the first Olympics") to the
present day ("There is nothing better than enjoying a cup of tea or
glass of milk with one of those famous Pig Newtons"). The author,
needless to say, is not happy about this "little mix-up" and makes her
feelings very clearly known--by scrawling all over the book!
With sticky notes from the publisher, angry scribbles from the author,
wrinkles, and pages askew, Under a Pig Tree is a playful peek into a
book in "midproduction" and a humorous look at the consequences of small
mistakes, by industry pro Margie Palatini and up-and-coming talent Chuck
Groenink.