Rootabaga Stories by Carl Sandburg is a whimsical and delightful collection of stories that takes readers on a journey through the fictional land of Rootabaga. Filled with nonsensical characters and fantastical adventures, each tale is lighthearted and imaginative, making it a joy to read.

Sandburg's writing style is unique and charming, with a playful use of language and a knack for storytelling. The characters are quirky and endearing, from the Potato Face Blind Man to the Village of Liver and Onions. Each story is a delightfully absurd and entertaining romp, perfect for readers looking for a break from reality.

While the stories may not always make sense in a conventional way, they are filled with heart and humor that will resonate with readers of all ages. Rootabaga Stories is a timeless classic that will bring a smile to your face and make you believe in the magic of storytelling.

Book Description:

Carl Sandburg is beloved by generations of children for his Rootabaga Stories and Rootabaga Pigeons (which is not in the public domain), a series of whimsical, sometimes melancholy stories he originally created for his own daughters. The Rootabaga Stories were born of Sandburg’s desire for “American fairy tales” to match American childhood. He felt that the European stories involving royalty and knights were inappropriate, and so populated his stories with animals, skyscrapers, trains, corn fairies, and other colorful characters.