The Stray Lamb

The Stray Lamb follows mild-mannered investment banker T. Lawrence Lamb as he gains perspective on the human condition during a series of mysterious transformations into various animal forms. Daughter Hebe, her boyfriend, and a household already short on dignity are along for the ride. Smith’s 1929 novel is metamorphosis as marital and social comedy.

This special edition has been created with accessibility in mind. It features a fully adjustable coloured overlay system designed to support readers with Irlen Syndrome, dyslexia, or visual stress. By reducing visual strain and allowing each reader to customise their experience, this edition makes Thorne Smith’s metamorphic narrative more comfortable and enjoyable to read.

Rediscover the animal transformations and suburban farce of The Stray Lamb in a format thoughtfully crafted to be more inclusive for all readers.