Classics Illustrated Junior #551
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "The Queen Bee," three young men lounging under a plane tree dismiss its value—until the tree itself speaks, quietly reminding them that even the most unappreciated gifts can offer true refreshment. Written by Aesop and illustrated by William A. Walsh, this 1958 classic from Classics Illustrated Junior brings a timeless fable to life with gentle wisdom and distinctive art. The cover, also by Walsh, captures the moment with a touch of whimsy and quiet dignity.
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Three young men rest beneath a plane tree and complain about the tree's uselessness. The tree remarks that his shade gives refreshment to weary travelers and notes that many a gift never hears the words, "Thank you!"
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