Harper Lee’s “Go Set a Watchman” isn’t the only rediscovered manuscript getting some buzz recently. Another book, but one geared to a much younger audience, is also highly anticipated.
A newly discovered Dr. Seuss book goes on sale this week, 25 years after the beloved author’s last work, “Oh, The Places You’ll Go!”
“What Pet Should I Get?” tells the story of a brother and sister grappling with this fun question during a trip to the pet store. The manuscript and illustrations were discovered by Theodor Geisel’s (Dr. Seuss’ real name) widow at their home shortly after his death in 1991 and put aside. Two years ago, his widow and longtime secretary rediscovered them. Lucky for us.
The book features the siblings from One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish. Because that book was published in 1960, it is believed this story was written around the same time period. True to other Dr. Seuss books, the cover features familiar color schemes, artwork and lettering, so it’s instantly recognizable as one of the author’s creations.