george (fictional character : marshall)

Collects the complete stories of hippo friends George and Martha by James Marshall, and includes an introduction by Maurice Sendak, as well as essays of appreciation for Marshall and his writing by other children's authors and illustrators.

Hippo companions George and Martha learn simple lessons about friendship in two adventures in which they explore the attic, and try to surprise each other.

Hippo companions George and Martha learn simple lessons about friendship in five adventures, in which the pair use their imaginations on a rafting trip, seek revenge for a hose soaking, frighten each other with scary stories, critique each other's artwork, and struggle over what to do with an unwanted gift.