The Clever Boy and the Terrible, Dangerous Animal / De slimme jongen en het verschrikkelijk gevaarlijke dier

Exploring themes of fear and understanding, a boy visits a village where the inhabitants are terrified of an unfamiliar creature. By sharing his knowledge and demonstrating the truth, he helps them confront and overcome their fears. Rooted in a rich oral tradition from the Middle East and Central Asia, this tale offers children insights into human behavior and encourages recognition of similar situations in their lives. It is part of Idries Shah's Sufi literature series for young readers, illustrated by Rose Mary Santiago.