For the Children: The Lorax

Craig Mackintosh

I think this might be the first time we've ever played 'contraband' material here on Celsias (see text below clip for details):

The Lorax Duration: 25mins

The Lorax is a children's story written by Dr. Seuss and first published in 1971. The tale chronicles the plight of the environment and the Lorax (a "mossy, bossy" man-like creature), who speaks for the trees against the greedy Once-ler....

The book is commonly recognized as a parable concerning industrialized society, using the literary element of personification to give life to industry as the Once-ler (whose face is never shown in all of the story's illustrations) and to the environment as the Lorax.

The Lorax is arguably Seuss' most controversial work, having been banned in some schools and libraries for its anti-forestry industry content. - Wikipedia (emphasis ours)

Social engineering is alive and well in our industry-led societies.

Adults and children will also enjoy the Dr. Suess/Cat Stevens musical collaboration.

 

Hat Tip: Linton

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