"But neither Bartholomew Cubbins, nor King Derwin himself, nor anyone else in the Kingdom of Didd could ever explain how the strange thing happened. … - Dr. Seuss

"But neither Bartholomew Cubbins, nor King Derwin himself, nor anyone else in the Kingdom of Didd could ever explain how the strange thing happened. They could only say it just "happened to happen" and was not very likely to happen again."

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About Dr. Seuss

Theodor Seuss Geisel (2 March 1904 – 24 September 1991) was an American children's author, political cartoonist, illustrator, poet, animator, and filmmaker. He is known for his work writing and illustrating more than 60 books under the pen name Dr. Seuss. His work includes many of the most popular children's books of all time, selling over 600 million copies and being translated into more than 20 languages by the time of his death.

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Native Name: Theodor Seuss Geisel
Alternative Names: Dr. Theophrastus Seuss Doctor Seuss Seuss Theodore Seuss Geisel Theo LeSieg Theophrastus Seuss Theodor Geisel Theodore Geisel Dr Seuss Ted Geisel Dr. Theo. Seuss
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as you already know.
You'll get mixed up
with many strange birds as you go.
So be sure when you step.
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and remember that Life's
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Today is your day!
Your mountain is waiting.
So… get on your way!

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