On a stormy night, a wolf and a goat—natural predator and prey—become friends through a series of misunderstandings and remarkable coincidences. This is the warm and gentle 'Gabu and Mei's Story,' a beloved six-book series that captures the true essence of friendship through the unique and beautiful bond between a wolf and a goat. The series has sold over 1.7 million copies in Japan and is even featured in school textbooks. Since the first book, 'On a Stormy Night,' was published in 1994, the series has sold a total of 1.75 million copies (as of February 2005). The story was adapted for television by Japan's NHK, and a theatrical animated film was scheduled for release in late 2005. The series is illustrated by Hiroshi Abe, well known for his humorous picture book 'Zoo Story.' In 'Gabu and Mei's Story,' his art brings a rough yet lively energy to the pages. Throughout the series, laugh-out-loud humor is balanced beautifully with touching, heartfelt moments. The series includes: 'On a Stormy Night,' 'An Outing,' 'The Promise on Swaying Hill,' 'Goat Hunting,' 'Danger on Mugwort Hill,' and 'Goodbye, Gabu.' While the text length is well-suited for early elementary readers, the story is just as enjoyable for young children and adults alike. On a stormy night, the wolf Gabu and the goat Mei take shelter from the rain in the same cabin. Without realizing the other is a wolf or a goat, they talk and become friends. As they part ways, Gabu and Mei agree on a secret signal between them and promise to meet again on a clear day...