This quirky tale from 1950 tells the story of Mr. Rouse, who has decided to build himself a house. The story takes readers through the process of choosing building types and making all kinds of decisions. In a wonderful blend of absurd poetry and pragmatism, Mr. Rouse contends with building materials, transportation, lighting, and plumbing, encountering quarreling stairs and dapper gutters on his way.

Why we love this: A little bit a quirky humor helps every situation!