This is the story of a hen named Sprout who escapes her coop, yearning for freedom and the chance to hatch her own egg. Her journey leads her to adopt a duckling's egg, raising the chick as her own son in the wild. This internationally bestselling fable by Sun-mi Hwang is a poignant tale about motherhood, sacrifice, individuality, and the profound pursuit of one's dreams against all odds, resonating deeply with readers of all ages.