Bright, vivid illustrations accompany this cajun version of the folktale of The Fisherman and his Wife.  Something about the text draws one into feeling the urge to attempt a cajun accent while reading the story of the poor but happy fisherman and his wife who one day catch a magic catfish.  Though the fisherman is content enough, his wife comes up with more elaborate wish after another to ask of the magic fish, each granted wish leading to more wants, until having all her wishes granted land her in ruin and she realizes there’s nothing she really needs.  A brief glossary at the end offers explanations for the Bayou lingo sprinkled throughout, though context is usually sufficient to make the meaning clear.  It’s a fun read, which gives the reader something to ponder.