Monkeys on a Fast - Hardcover

"Viswanath's adaptation of an old Buddhist tale about temptation and dedication entertains with the extra emphasis on monkey weight loss (a twist not found in the original). Ranade's hyperdistorted charcoal illustrations make the monkeys look like demonic pears and figs; though striking and evocative, they may trick readers into thinking they are spiders rather than monkeys. "Fun Facts About Fasting" follow the story. An amusing folk tale equally suited to multicultural programming and wellness collections, if not monkey-themed storytimes. " - Kirkus