What is “Where the Wild Things Are” about?

Max is first described as a young mischievous boy, dressed in a wolf costume, causing havoc around the house, much to the despair of his mother. Here he transforms his room into a jungle, going on an adventure by boat to discover the Wild Things. He is initially intimidated by the physical appearance of the Wild Things, given they have razor sharp teeth and look angry, but soon he manages to assume control over them as King of the Jungle.