When my son was small, he would want me to lie down with him until he fell asleep. He would talk and talk about his day. Soon he would be drifting towards sleep and would say the most magical things -- making astute observations about the world or explaining how the world works. Then like a light switch, the chatter would end and I would hear deep rhythmic breathing in the dark.
I was reminded of those times as I read Bill Bob's explanation of the world at "Tucking Time." So I put a few questions forward.
What do you make of Bill Bob's explanation and need for "dreefees"?
What about his teleology -- the design of the dual worlds of us and shadow and the Queen?
Why do you suppose Gus never wants us to know where his river is? Do you think this book is somewhat autobiographical?
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