The Yonghy-Bonghy-Bo is a delightful children's book about a lonely rhinoceros who lives on an island all by himself. One day, a strange boat arrives on the island, carrying a group of animals who have come to visit. The rhinoceros, Yonghy-Bonghy-Bo, is delighted to have some company and quickly makes friends with the animals. The animals soon discover that Yonghy-Bonghy-Bo is a very kind and generous rhinoceros, and they all enjoy their time together. But when the animals must leave, Yonghy-Bonghy-Bo is sad to see them go. He decides to build a boat of his own so that he can visit them and they can visit him. The Yonghy-Bonghy-Bo is a charming story about friendship, kindness, and the power of imagination. It is sure to delight children of all ages.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon · First published 1901 · Genre: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure