This book was a little long winded, but it was worth it in the end. So most people know that Humpty Dumpty sat on the wall, and had a great fall. In this version, all the king's men COULD put Humpty together again. But he wasn't whole, and now he was afraid. He was afraid of heights and of falling. But he was determined to overcome his fears. After all, he had new lessons to learn and goals to reach. The lesson in this book is spot on and well done. I can see this book being around for years to come.