Billy Backenzahn

Billy Backenzahn is a fictional character from the famous "Billy Backenzahn" children's book series. The first volume is called "Billy Backenzahn ist ein Neger!" and was first published in 1985. It became famous for its kid-friendly story and humour as well as its positive message.

Story
Billy Backenzahn lives in the fictional town "Baumwollplantage". One morning he wakes up and discovers, that his hair color changed from white to black. He is punished by the yellow cat Chong Chang (seen on the cover) for being black and receives several whips on the back. He is forced to pick up cotton everyday, while overseers shock him with a cattle prod. At the end, he is killed by one of the white robed KKK (KuhlerKatzenKlan) members.

Quotes
"'Oh nein, ich bin ein Neger!'"