TY - BOOK AU - Shilip TI - The pied piper SN - 9788182750142 U1 - 823 PY - 2001/// CY - UK PB - Kids world N2 - The Pied Piper is a classic tale by Robert Browning, adapted from the original story by the Brothers Grimm. It follows the story of a charming yet mysterious piper who arrives in the town of Hamelin, which is suffering from a severe rat infestation. The townspeople, desperate to rid themselves of the pests, agree to pay the piper a handsome fee to solve their problem. With his magical flute, the piper lures the rats away, leading them to the river where they drown. However, when the townsfolk refuse to pay him, the piper seeks revenge by using his flute to enchant the children of Hamelin, leading them away as well. The story serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of broken promises and the importance of keeping one’s word, enriched with themes of morality, justice, and the power of music ER -