"Dusty Dabbert, the 'Dutch Asterix,' travels through the countryside, helping those he meets with his magical knapsack. When he discovers a hidden world of talking animals, Dusty is charmed by their peaceful life--until human intruders try to capture the animals for food and a circus act. Can Dusty rescue his new friends or will he, too, become a prisoner of the evil Carl Craven?"--Back cover.