One Dog And His Boy

Download or read book One Dog and His Boy written by Eva Ibbotson and published by Scholastic UK. This book was released on 2011-07-07 with total page 189 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All Hal ever wanted was a dog - but a dog would damage the expensive carpets in his parents' glamorous home, and they refuse to consider one. That's until they discover Easy Pets, a dog-rental agency. Fleck the terrier arrives on Hal's birthday, and Hal is overjoyed. But when Hal discovers to his horror that his dog is to be returned, he runs away... along with a bunch of pedigree hounds, all joyfully escaping from Easy Pets! Soon Hal and his dogs - including Otto the wise St Bernard, and the fierce and excitable Pekinese Li-Chee - are being chased across the country by ruthless pursuers. Helped by a travelling circus and some orphanage children, can they race to freedom? Written in the timeless tradition of 101 Dalmations, this is a tail-wagging grand adventure that every dog-lover will adore. Praise for Eva Ibbotson: "Readers of classic children's fiction will be familiar with the bliss that steals over one when a new Eva Ibbotson novel is published." Amanda Craig, The Times "Eva Ibbotson weaves a magic like no other. Once enchanted, always enchanted." Michael Morpurgo "This kind of fun will never fail to delight." Philip Pullman

Download or read book Rascal: A Dog and His Boy written by Ken Wells and published by Knopf Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2010-09-28 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rascal may be the happiest beagle ever to live. He used to live on Voclain’s Farm, with its whole jambalaya of dogs, but now he lives with his very own boy, Meely. Together they explore the Louisiana bayou, bunny chasin’, coon and squirrel huntin’, and crawfishin’. But when Meely gets stuck on a rotting bridge deep in the bayou, it’s up to Rascal—with a little help from his old friends at the farm—to save his boy from danger. In the spirit of Huckleberry Finn, Rascal is a classic coming-of-age story, but from a dog’s perspective. With unforgettable characters, heart-stopping action, and charming black-and-white line drawings that capture it all, this zesty gumbo of a book is one to savor long after it is finished.

Download or read book Candin: Book 1 a Dog and His Boy written by Donn Sierra and published by Strategic Book Publishing. This book was released on 2011-10 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Young Candin unwittingly steps onto the wrong side of a generations-old family feud, befriending his nemesis, an unscrupulous Wilder, bent on revenge.

Download or read book Rick and Ruddy: The Story of a Boy and His Dog written by Howard Roger Garis and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-08-26 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Howard Roger Garis's "Rick and Ruddy: The Story of a Boy and His Dog" introduces readers to an endearing tale of friendship and adventure between a young boy named Rick and his faithful canine companion, Ruddy. The narrative unfolds with themes of loyalty, companionship, and the bond between humans and animals. Set against the backdrop of their shared experiences, the story captures the essence of the special connection between Rick and Ruddy. Through their escapades, challenges, and moments of joy, readers are transported into a world where the bond between a boy and his dog holds a central place. The novella delves into themes of empathy, bravery, and the simple pleasures of companionship. As Rick and Ruddy face various challenges and navigate the ups and downs of life, they embody the qualities of resilience and a deep understanding of each other. "Rick and Ruddy: The Story of a Boy and His Dog" celebrates the enduring relationship between humans and their beloved animal companions. Howard Roger Garis's storytelling invites readers to join Rick and Ruddy on their heartwarming journey, reflecting on the profound impact of the unbreakable bond between a boy and his faithful dog.

Download or read book The Boy Who Wanted a Dog written by Enid Blyton and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-08-01 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Boy Who Wanted a Dog" by Enid Blyton. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

Download or read book The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog written by Bruce Perry and published by Basic Books. This book was released on 2007-12-05 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Child psychiatrist Bruce Perry has treated children faced with unimaginable horror: genocide survivors, witnesses, children raised in closets and cages, and victims of family violence. Here he tells their stories of trauma and transformation.

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