The Mouse and the Motorcycle (Ralph S. Mouse, #1)
by Beverly Cleary, Louis Darling, Tracy Dockray
The Mouse and the Motorcycle by Beverly Cleary, Louis Darling, Tracy Dockray holds a well received rating of 3.90 out of 5, based on 61.8K reader ratings. First published in 1965. The book spans 186 pages.
About The Mouse and the Motorcycle
"Pb-pb-b-b-b. Pb-pb-b-b-b." With these magic vocables, Ralph the mouse revs up a dream come true--his very own motorcycle. Living in a knothole in a hotel room, young Ralph has seen plenty of families come and go, some more generous with their crumbs than others. But when young Keith and his parents check in to the hotel, Ralph gets his first chance to check out. He has always fantasized about venturing beyond the second floor, maybe even outside. Curiosity overcomes caution, and Ralph must have a go at Keith's toy motorcycle. Soon, the headstrong mouse finds himself in a pickle, when all he wanted was to ride a motorcycle. Lucky for him, the boy understands how it is. When he discovers Ralph in his thwarted attempt to abscond with the toy bike, Keith generously encourages the rodent to ride. He even teaches him the simple trick of starting the motorcycle: "You have to make a noise... pb-pb-b-b-b." The subsequent situations Ralph motors into require quick thinking and grownup-sized courage.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Beverly Cleary, Louis Darling, Tracy Dockray |
| Published | 1965 |
| Pages | 186 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fantasy, Classics, Young Adult |
| Average Rating | 3.90 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 61,754 |
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What genre is The Mouse and the Motorcycle?
The Mouse and the Motorcycle is categorized as Fiction, Fantasy, Classics, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Mouse and the Motorcycle worth reading?
Based on 61.8K reader ratings, The Mouse and the Motorcycle has an average score of 3.90 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Mouse and the Motorcycle?
The Mouse and the Motorcycle has 186 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Mouse and the Motorcycle?
The Mouse and the Motorcycle was written by Beverly Cleary, Louis Darling, Tracy Dockray. It was first published in 1965.
What is the ISBN for The Mouse and the Motorcycle?
The ISBN-13 for The Mouse and the Motorcycle is 9780380709240.0.
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