The author presents young readers with amusing tales about the interesting and diverse collection of dogs he has possessed throughout the years, complete with pen-and-ink illustrations throughout. AB. PW. SLJ. C.
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The author presents young readers with amusing tales about the interesting and diverse collection of dogs he has possessed throughout the years, complete with pen-and-ink illustrations throughout. AB. PW. SLJ. C.
Description
Gary Paulsen has owned dozens of unforgettable and amazing dogs. In each chapter he tells of one special dog, among them Cookie, the sled dog who saved his life; Snowball, the puppy he owned as a boy in the Philippines; Ike, his mysterious hunting companion; Dirk, the grim protector; and his true friend Josh, a brilliant border collie.
Awards
Winner of ALA Quick Pick for Young Adult Reluctant Readers 1999 Winner of Maine Student Book Master List 1999 Nominated for Illinois Rebecca Caudill Young Readers Award 2001
Critic Reviews
“ "Guaranteed to charm animal lovers and Paulsen's fans. . . . Something to please at every turn of the page. . . . This honest, unpretentious celebration of dogs further entrenches his reputation as an author who is as successful at writing nonfiction as he is at writing novels." -- Booklist, starred review "Paulsen is a master storyteller with a dry wit. . . . Gives readers a real sense of how the man looks at these animals." -- School Library Journal "Here's a treat to make Paulsen fans sit up and beg for more.... His writing percolates with energetic love." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review”
"Guaranteed to charm animal lovers and Paulsen's fans. . . . Something to please at every turn of the page. . . . This honest, unpretentious celebration of dogs further entrenches his reputation as an author who is as successful at writing nonfiction as he is at writing novels."
--Booklist, starred review
"Paulsen is a master storyteller with a dry wit. . . . Gives readers a real sense of how the man looks at these animals."
--School Library Journal
"Here's a treat to make Paulsen fans sit up and beg for more.... His writing percolates with energetic love."
--Publishers Weekly, starred review
About the Author
GARY PAULSEN is the distinguished author of many critically acclaimed books for young people, His most recent books are Lawn Boy Returns, Woods Runner, Notes from the Dog, Mudshark, Lawn Boy, Molly McGinty Has a Really Good Day, The Time Hackers, and The Amazing Life of Birds (The Twenty Day Puberty Journal of Duane Homer Leech).
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