Little Yellow Wang-lo
"Little Yellow Wang-lo" by M. C. Bell is a children's story written in the early 20th century. The book is part of the "Dumpy Books for Children" series, and it narrates the whimsical adventures of a little boy named Little Yellow Wang-lo who lives with his father, a duck merchant, on a houseboat. The story's themes revolve around childhood innocence, exploration, and the consequences of greed. The narrative follows Little Yellow Wang-lo as he embarks on a journey to the market to sell ducks and buy a pig for dinner. After a series of misadventures involving a mischievous pig and a giant eagle, he finds himself in a sticky situation but ultimately manages to uncover a hidden treasure with the help of the pigs. The tale concludes with his father's greed leading to his downfall, allowing Little Yellow Wang-lo to live happily on the houseboat, no longer needing to sell ducks or eat pork, and instead enjoying his newfound wealth and a fresh wardrobe.