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How a crocodile became a Scotsman and how it could happen to you
“Jock the Croc” is a whimsical children’s poetic tale that recounts the life of a crocodile named Jock, whose life undergoes a peculiar metamorphosis. It all begins with his name, mysteriously endowing him with an ever-increasing sense of Scottishness. As the story unfolds, Jock transforms into a fully-fledged tartan-clad, bagpipe-playing Scotsman with a weakness for haggis, much to the bewilderment of his family and fellow crocodiles, who content themselves with lounging on riverbanks.
The plot thickens when, many years later, it is revealed that Jock is not only alive but may be encountered in the wilds of either Scotland or Africa. Children adventuring through lochs or jungles might hear Jock upon his pipe. Those fortunate enough to find him might also be led to his secret Scottish city inhabited by hundreds of kilt-wearing crocodiles.
It’s said that an encounter with Jock the Croc could impart that same Scottishness that transformed his life. So, you may find yourself saying “Och aye the noo!” when you meant to say something entirely different – it really could happen to you!
This book is intended to bring children and adults together in laughter, probably for different reasons. The author states that he is not responsible for any irreversible scottishness appearing in the reader or in their children after contact with this book.
No Artificial intelligence was used in its production. Profits from the sale of this book may go towards the creation of a Society for the Protection of Scottish Crocodiles in Africa (SPSCA)
SM Robert spent forty years as a children’s photographer (as Steve Mussell), and many of his book ideas come from mini-stories he told his young and often timid subjects to get them in the mood for a shoot. Influenced by Lewis Carroll, Edward Lear, and C.S. Lewis, he loves comic tales, often written as poetry.
Evgenia Malina, hails from the mysterious ex-Soviet state of Kazakhstan, where she worked as a graphic designer at an international advertising agency. Rising through the ranks, she wore coveted hats like art director and creative group head before moving to London, where she now resides. In her whimsical Kazakh heart, she harbors an incurable sense of fun, reflected in her mischievous creatures, humorous scenes, and romantic backgrounds. Evgenia’s craft is making people smile, and it has become her art form.
