In this cherished picture book from bestselling Shel Silverstein, a rhinoceros makes the best kind of friend. With a newly refreshed cover, and Silverstein’s signature black and white artwork, this is a hilarious and loving look at the joys of having a rhinoceros as a pet. Originally published in 1964, this classic, funny picture book joins the catalog at HarperCollins, proud to be the publishing home of all of Shel Silverstein’s works.

Looking for a new pet? Bored with cats, dogs, goldfish, gerbils, and hamsters? How about a cheap rhinoceros?

Shel Silverstein may convince you to be the lucky person who takes home this very, very unusual pet.