A Tail is a Tail is a children’s picture book written by Katherine Mace and illustrated by Abner Graboff, first published in 1957 by Abelard-Schuman. It is a lighthearted, animal-themed story that uses the phrase “a tail is a tail” as a playful refrain, likely encouraging readers to appreciate differences while recognizing shared traits.
A Tail is a Tail by Katherine Mace
Katherine Mace has written several children’s books, including The Wonderful Dog Show (1950) and A Tail is a Tail (1962), both illustrated by Berthold and Abner Graboff. Her works often feature animals and imaginative themes, appealing to young readers. She has also been associated with NAMES FOR CATS AND KITTENS: More Than 3000 Names for Male and Female Felines (2014), co-authored with Rosamond Mace Wolfe
Author: Katherine Mace (also listed as Katherine Keeler Mace in some records)
Illustrator: Abner Graboff
Publisher: Abelard-Schuman (1957 first edition)
Later edition: E. M. Hale and Company, Eau Claire, WI (1962 cloth hardcover, no dust jacket)
Language: English
Format: Hardcover
VG Preloved - clean tight pages, Ex School library edition no rips or tears -See images for condition and visual description details
