The notorious Shel Silverstein classic you won't want your children to read. Dive into this a satirical, entertaining alphabet book for adults with quirky humor and Shel's signature black-and-white art! No, this is not for your kids--this is just for you! "You will be chuckling over Uncle Shelby's ABZ Book ." -- New York Times "Delightful and.zany, Shel Silverstein is a gifted cartoonist." -- Chicago Daily Tribune "It's very, very funny." -- Pittsburgh Post Gazette Generations have grown up with the works of Shel Silverstein, known not only as a poet and illustrator but also for his work as a cartoonist, playwright, performer, recording artist, and Grammy Award-winning songwriter. With the timeless magic of his work, Shel has encouraged all to dream and dare to imagine the impossible with his extraordinary poetry and unforgettable characters. With Uncle Shelby's ABZ Book , adult fans of Shel Silverstein have a book of their own.