Florence Atwater Knihy

The Poppers unexpectedly come into possession of a penguin, and soon acquire another from the zoo, which mates with the first to produce ten baby penguins. As the penguin family grows, the Poppers find themselves in a comical predicament, needing to address the chaos before their home is overwhelmed. This classic of American humor tells the delightful story of a gentle housepainter and his lively penguins, captivating the hearts of children for generations.

The unexpected delivery of a large crate containing an Antarctic penguin changes the life and fortunes of Mr. Popper, a house painter obsessed by dreams of the Polar regions.