A classic and critically acclaimed picture book for older children and adults, from an established story teller and master of the absurd.

Milo the Magnificent is the world's least magnificent magician. He can't even pull a rabbit out of his hat! When Mr. Popovich gives him one more chance, Milo knows he has no choice: he has to go out and catch a rabbit for his act. Instead, he catches a bear. And the bear promises to help!

Will the bear's help secure Milo's job read on and see!

'With marvelously economical narration and line drawings, Agee conjures a formidable tale of a struggling magician...Agee's plot twists are as surprising as, well, pulling a bear out of a hat.' Publishers Weekly, starred review