Where the wild things are

The story is about a young boy named Max who, after dressing in his wolf suit, wreaks such havoc through his household that he is sent to bed without his supper. Max's bedroom undergoes a mysterious transformation into a jungle environment, and he winds up sailing to an island inhabited by monsters, simply called the Wild Things. The Wild Things try to scare Max, but to no avail. After stopping and intimidating the creatures, Max is hailed as the king of the Wild Things and enjoys a playful romp with his subjects. Finally, he stops them and sends them to bed without their supper.

The story is a metaphor for the wild and chaotic world of childhood, and Max's journey to the land of the Wild Things is a journey of self-discovery. Max learns to face his fears and to assert his own authority, and he ultimately returns home a more confident and mature boy.

The book's illustrations are some of the most iconic in children's literature, and they have been praised for their expressiveness and their ability to capture the imagination of young readers. The story has been adapted into a film, a musical, and a television show, and it continues to be enjoyed by children and adults alike.