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The Tale of Was and Das: HOW AN ORPHAN GYPSY BOY AND HIS DOG BUILT THESAURUS - THE BIGGEST DINOSAUR IN THE WORLD (2GETHER picture book collection 3) Kindle Edition

by Marin Darmonkow (Author), Peter Stan (Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition

4.8 21 ratings

Book 3 of 5: 2GETHER picture book collection

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The Tale of Was and Das tells the hilariously funny story of two friends: an orphan gypsy boy, Was, and his German shepherd, Das. The boy and the dog live at the dumpster halfway between Fartsville and Burptown — an area where, ironically, the people come for fresh air. The dumpster provides the boy and the dog with shelter, toys, and books. The pair fell in love with children’s books, especially picture books about dinosaurs. They decide to use materials from the dumpster to build Thesaurus, the biggest dinosaur in the world. Thesaurus becomes a tourist attraction and brings Fartsvillians and Burptownians together. This children’s book is the only one of the 2GETHER picture book collection that is not illustrated by Marin; Peter Stan, a prolific European illustrator created the entertaining artwork for this title.

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Sometimes you can find your best friend in the dumpster

Thesaurus - the biggest dinosaur in the world

A charming play on words that transcends language barriers and cultures!

The theme of this strange and delightfully surreal story is one that is close to my heart: the transformatory power of literature. The two principal characters, Was and Das, one day decide to make a dinosaur out of the detritus of two conflicting communities. Was and Das mistakenly call their creation, ‘Thesaurus’; and therein lies the moral of the tale. Marin Darmonkow has managed to pull off the difficult trick of constructing a light hearted story with more than one layer of meaning, and the message is delivered with both wit and subtlety. This is a story to which children will want to return to ensure that they have really ‘got it’. As such, the book is educational without being didactic. The illustrations are a cross between cartoon and hyper-realism, which I have not seen before, but their vibrancy will certainly ignite a child’s imagination. Highly recommended.

- Goodreads

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08NWPWQ1Z
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Fontreal (November 19, 2020)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 19, 2020
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 11635 KB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Not enabled
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Print length ‏ : ‎ 27 pages

Best Sellers Rank: #5,211,545 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #2,333 in Children's Dinosaur Books (Kindle Store)
- #4,638 in Children's Humor Books
- #7,709 in Children's Dog Books (Kindle Store)

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Recipient of the Literary Titan Book Award, Wishing Shelf Book Award, Creative Child Magazine's 2023 Book of the Year, and other book awards

A long time ago Marin was a child. He was one year old when his father passed away. His mother remarried and Marin was raised by his loving (but strict!) grandparents. He learned to read and write long before he went to school. Books became his imaginary parents and his fictional friends.

Marin studied nuclear physics, art, and literature. He owned an advertising agency for many years.

Oh, a few more things: he does not drive, he does not drink carbonated beverages, he has never consumed food from fast-food restaurants, he does not have a mobile phone, he has never used legal or illegal drugs, and he has never visited his GP (much to the disapproval of his wife). He started his small publishing house FONTREAL (children’s picture books) in 2016. Marin lives with his family on the beach of the Atlantic Ocean - in St. John’s, NL, Canada.

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linda updyke

Great book

Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2024

Great book with colorful illustrations

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David Ross

A very different book

Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2024

This one left me with the feeling of having gone someplace and wanting to revisit it to get more out of it. Liked the wordplay, the whole "What is it?" sense of the construction, and the underlying ecological message. Silly at the same time, too!

Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2024

This story touches upon the strength of friendship and what it can bring. There are some silly references that can be found enjoyable to young readers.

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ktm5

My kids loved fartsville

Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2023

"The Tale of Was and Das" by Marin is a whimsical and imaginative story that takes readers on a delightful journey filled with laughter, friendship, and unexpected creativity. In this charming narrative, the author weaves a heartwarming tale of an orphan gypsy boy named Was and his loyal companion, a stray dog named Das, as they embark on a remarkable adventure that leads to the creation of an extraordinary dinosaur.

Set in a world where towns are characterized by their unique and curious attributes—Fartsville known for its colorful farts and Burptown for its stinky burps—the story starts with the dumpster that connects these towns. The citizens visit the dumpster to escape the overwhelming odors of their towns and inadvertently begin the heartwarming tale.

Was and Das's friendship is at the heart of the narrative, resonating with themes of companionship and belonging. The author skillfully portrays the bond between the two, showcasing how their unbreakable connection gives them strength and purpose. The characters are endearing, and readers will easily connect with their resilience and optimism, despite their circumstances.

The story takes an unexpected turn when Was's creative idea to build the world's largest dinosaur, Thesaurus, unfolds. With humor and imagination, the author narrates the quirky process of construction and the engagement of the townspeople, both young and old. The character of Das, who becomes the operator of the dinosaur's entertaining features, adds a touch of playfulness to the narrative.

Marin's writing style is engaging and filled with clever wordplay. The narrative is sprinkled with witty descriptions, amusing situations, and linguistic puns that will tickle readers' funny bones. The author's ability to infuse humor into both the characters and the events makes the story a delightful read for all ages.

"The Tale of Was and Das" also carries underlying themes of unity and community. The story shows how differences can be set aside when a common goal unites people, leading to the transformation of the dumpster into a vibrant park that celebrates joy and togetherness. The culmination of the story is heartening and underscores the power of collaboration and friendship.

Marin's storytelling is accompanied by amazing illustrations that complement the narrative and enhance the reading experience. The visuals capture the essence of the characters and the whimsical nature of the events, adding another layer of enjoyment for readers.

"The Tale of Was and Das" is a delightful and imaginative story that combines humor, friendship, and creativity in a captivating way. Marin's unique narrative style and the endearing characters make this book a delightful addition to any reader's collection. This heartwarming tale serves as a reminder that the most unexpected circumstances can lead to extraordinary adventures and cherished friendships.

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Adorable, wholesome story

Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2023

The book, The Tale of Was and Das by Marin Darmonkow and illustrated by Peter Stan, is a story that exemplifies the power of art and friendships. It begins with a boy named Was and his dog named Das. The boy and his loyal pet live in the junkyard between the rival towns of Fartsville and Burpstown. The junkyard is where they scavenge for the necessities they need as well as the pleasures they love such as toys and books. Was and Das love living in the junkyard.

One day, Das and Was decided to get creative with the junk that surrounded them and began building a dinosaur like the ones they read about in their books. The two begin this giant project to have fun and let their imaginations go wild. Little did they know, however, that this dinosaur may be the bridge that the towns of Fartsville and Burpsville needed to mend their rivalry.

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The Tale of Was and Das, by Marin Darmonkow and illustrated by Peter Stan, was an adorable, wholesome story about a boy and his dog that was comical in nature. It captured the creative energies of a child and the love for his dog, their junkyard adventures, and sincere love for one another. While I was reading this book, I was thinking about how much younger children would laugh at the humor within the captivating storyline. I, too, loved how much it exemplified the pure magic that can result with some imagination, a pile of “junk” and a best friend!

The illustrations in this book were beautiful which was very impressive considering the setting was inside a junkyard. The illustrator did a fantastic job capturing the personalities of Was and Das through the illustrations for they portrayed the characters’ relationship in such a beautiful way. The pictures allowed the reader to see the love these two characters had for each other without words. I looked through this book many times while writing my review, and every time I looked at an illustration, I found a new detail that I had not noticed before. I find illustrations that reveal different detail and perspective are the ones which are most captivating to the readers, myself included.

I feel this book would be most enjoyed by children between the ages of five years and eight years old. It is filled with puns as well as jokes about burping and passing gas. The author words these jokes in a way that I know will make many little boys (and adult men) laugh!

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Jen

Fun story of great friendship.

Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2023

An entertaining story with many references to silly towns' names among other things. Imagine looking for fresh air in the dumpster. The storyline is quite humorous following the friendship between a boy and a dog in their quest to build the biggest Thesaurus. The wordplay is quite funny as well.

I listened to this book in Audible and the narrator did a great job making it quite entertaining. Had to listen to it twice!

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ElizR

Interesting concept, great illustrations

Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2024

This book isn't for everyone with its potty humor, but the pictures are amazing, and while the story is way out there in left field somewhere, it's entertaining.

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