This third title about Babar and his family follows the elephants as they build a magnificent city: Celesteville. Life is peaceful and contented, everyone has a job to do, and celebrations are frequent. But one fateful day a snake bites the Old Lady and Babar fears that he may lose his oldest friend. Illus. in full color by the author.

Translated from the French, with many absurd and funny pictures, these tales of the popular elephant furnish hours of enjoyment to the young person.--Elementary English. Full-color illustrations.

A one-volume edition of the first three stories about Babar, king of the elephants, and his family and friends. Babar meets the old lady, defeats the rhinoceroses, is made king of the elephants and marries Celeste, has many adventures on his exciting travels and returns to rule wisely.

Jean de Brunhoff's tales of Babar have charmed readers around the world for 80 years. One of those most iconic series of animal books in history, Babar has become a household name both as a character in children's books and on TV. Beautifully illustrated, this edition is an ideal gift for children aged 3 and up.