A rediscovered picture book gem! Another picture book from the successful duo James Krüss and Lisl Stich. Rhythmically onomatopoeic verses and nostalgically touching illustrations. The first edition of this classic was published in 1969 by Boje Verlag - now this dream come true in rhymes is available again! What child wouldn’t want to be a zoo director at least once? Everyone would be better off, both humans and animals, including the hippopotamus Kasimir! James Krüss and Lisl Stich have created an entire series of picture books together, which are being reissued by Boje one by one - the loving charm of these books still guarantees success today! "I want to be a zoo director. Then, in one year, I will build a small paradise on Earth that is splendid and wonderful!".