the Tale of Eustace Snail

Eustace thinks he's cute and lovable because mummy told him so. Imagine his horror when he discovers that to gardeners, he's a plant-munching menace and to other garden creatures, he's their idea of a tasty snack! Who would have thought there were so many dangers for a snail? Is there anywhere safe? Eustace and his family go on a long and perilous journey to find a new home until, ""At last a garden lush and green, Where they can settle quite unseen.""