King Solomon's Goat

The narrative follows various characters as they come into contact with the goat each encounter leading to unexpected consequences often with a moral or humorous twist. Bartlett uses the goat as a device to explore themes of human folly ambition and the often unexpected nature of wisdom and fortune. The style combines elements of satire and wit presenting characters whose interactions with the goat reveal their personal flaws desires or redeeming qualities. As a lighthearted yet thought-provoking work King Solomon's Goat offers readers a whimsical exploration of human nature through the lens of folklore. Bartlett’s storytelling invites readers to reflect on the lessons embedded in the fable making it both an entertaining and subtly insightful read.