Striped Coat, the Skunk

"Striped Coat, the Skunk" by Joseph Wharton Lippincott is a story that follows the life and adventures of a skunk named Striped Coat, showing his interactions with other animals and the difficulties he faces because humans often misunderstand him. From his early days with his mother, through the development of his survival skills, and his encounters with wildlife and humans, the book tells the story of Striped Coat's evolution into adulthood. He shows wisdom, likability, as well as a knowledge of his place in nature, especially how he helps the environment by getting rid of pests like mice and bugs. The book also illustrates themes of coexistence, the importance of every creature in the environment, addressing the common wrong ideas that people have about skunks, and showing Striped Coat as a vital, but somehow misunderstood, part of his woodland community.