Eve Titus was the celebrated author of numerous bestselling and beloved children's books. She captivated young readers with her inventive characters, most notably Anatole, a sophisticated French mouse, and Basil of Baker Street, a clever mouse detective. Titus was renowned for her charming storytelling, which often explored themes of adventure and ingenuity through unforgettable animal protagonists. Her unique narrative voice and engaging plots made her work a cherished part of children's literature.
Basil, a clever mouse detective reminiscent of Sherlock Holmes, embarks on thrilling adventures in this captivating boxed set. Inspired by the beloved Disney film The Great Mouse Detective, the collection showcases his exceptional problem-solving skills as he tackles various intriguing cases. Readers will enjoy the blend of mystery and charm that defines Basil's world, making it a delightful experience for fans of detective stories and animated tales alike.
Anatole is the happiest, most contented mouse in all of Paris. He is Vice-President in charge of Cheese Tasting at Duvall's cheese factory. He works in secret at night--the people at Duvall have no idea their mysterious taster is really a mouse! So M'sieu Duvall thinks nothing of bringing his pet cat to the factory... Clever Anatole must act to protect his job, and his life! He must do what no mouse has done before--find a way to bell the cat. Bonne chance, Anatole!
Anatole is a most honorable mouse. When he realizes that humans are upset by mice sampling their leftovers, he is shocked! He must provide for his beloved family--but he is determined to find a way to earn his supper. And so he heads for the tasting room at the Duvall Cheese Factory. On each cheese, he leaves a small note--"good," "not so good," "needs orange peel"--and signs his name. When workers at the Duvall factory find his notes in the morning, they are perplexed--but they realize that this mysterious Anatole has an exceptional palate and take his advice. Soon Duvall is making the best cheese in all of Paris! They would like to give Anatole a reward--if only they could find him...
Desperate to have his family back with him, Anatole devises a plan to rescue them from the toyshop window where they are held prisoners to attract customers.