This collection of stories features animals in their natural environment, often personified to convey certain human traits and messages.
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A collection of short stories and poems, intended for younger schoolchildren, it was also the winner of the "Grigor Vitez" award for 1969. It has seen numerous editions, partly because its title story was included in the reading list.
The work is a combination of documentary records, personal reflections, and literary episodes, bringing the reader both historical information and an intimate picture of the war days.
It's a story about a cheeky and jealous boy, Krešo, who tries his best to make Iviča's life miserable.
J. B. S. Haldane (1892–1964), a British geneticist, evolutionary biologist, and science popularizer, wrote "My Friend Mr. Leakey" in 1937 – a collection of five humorous, fantastic stories for children (and adults).
The novel emphasizes how even good can have bad consequences when taken out of proportion, and that responsibility, morality, and honesty are more important than wealth itself.
The book deals with themes such as family secrets, growing up, and discovering one's roots. The main character explores her grandmother's past and uncovers hidden stories that shape her identity.