Tomi Ungerer’s classic tale is about a bat who learns to embrace his differences through friendship. Like all bats, Rufus sees life in black and white, until he comes upon an outdoor movie theater and is awakened to the dazzling world of colors for the first time. Inspired and excited, Rufus paints his own wings and ventures out into the day, only to discover that his unusual appearance attracts unwelcome attention. Though he is initially rejected for his difference, Rufus soon learns to accept himself for who he is, thanks to a new friend. Beautifully written and illustrated by the legendary Tomi Ungerer. About the author Tomi Ungerer (1931-2019) is a legend in the world of children’s books. Born in Strasbourg in 1931, Tomi landed in New York in 1956 with $60 in his pocket and with a suitcase full of drawings.