Great Animal

No Better Friend tells the incredible true story of Frank Williams, a radarman in Britain's Royal Air Force, and Judy, a purebred pointer, who met as prisoners of war during World War II. Judy, who became the war's only official canine POW, was a fiercely loyal dog who sensed danger - warning her fellow prisoners of imminent attacks and protecting them from brutal beatings. Frank and Judy's friendship, an unbreakable bond forged in the worst circumstances, is one of the great recently unearthed stories of World War II.

Written for children young and old and in the same vein as Orwell’s ANIMAL FARM, this book follows the farm animals as they unite to sue a mean neighbor trying to take over the farm. In this case, the court is a barn and the judge is an owl. An usual tale by an unusual author. 99 year old Richard Wren began his writing career at 84. His first novel, CASEY'S SLIP, promptly won 2nd prize in the NATIONAL EXCELLENCE BOOK AWARDS contest. THE GREAT BARN SHOWDOWN is his 8th book published within weeks of his 4th adventure novel featuring Joshua, a crime fighting Yosemite Park Ranger with ...

Get ready to embark on a rollercoaster ride, from facing off against four-wheeled monsters to braving the challenges of the great outdoors. As our brave animal heroes overcome obstacles with courage and teamwork, young listeners will be inspired to discover their own inner strengths and embark on their own daring quests.

Gus the Westie and his friends Ethan and Eva are back in this heartwarming Christmas adventure. When Ethan and Eva travel to the Arctic Circle to help scientists measure the polar caps during their Christmas break, they get more than they bargained for. Santa has been kidnapped by an evil elf and Gus and his friends must turn around a Polar Bear Army and fight the clock to save Christmas in this action-packed holiday adventure. Filled with mystery and fun, with a shout out to saving the environment, The Great Polar Bear Christmas Revolt is a wonderful read and the second in the Westie ...

Danny works at Belle Vue Zoo, where - alongside training the famous elephant Maharajah - he helps out with the day-to-day tasks of caring for the animals. But when animals start escaping, Danny is the prime suspect: after all, he was a former street urchin and pickpocket. When a man turns up claiming to be his father, the plot thickens. Can Danny untangle the mystery of the animal escapade - and find out where he really belongs - in order to clear his name?

Franky, the little red dachshund, lives with Gram and Gramps in a cabin in the woods. Every morning, Franky does his daily dachshund stretch (that's how dachshunds get so long) and goes to see if Gram dropped anything interesting into his bowl. Treats are very important in Franky's world. But even more important are his friends Nellie, Hen-rietta, Zippy, and Blackie the bear. They have one funny (mis)adventure after another, learning lessons about God, Christmas, and life along the way.

A poet often writes about the world around him/her or the world within. This is where the inspiration comes from, where his/her perspective and imagination are colored. When a dog or two, (or three or four), enters a poet’s life, either by choice or by accident, they tend to sneak into the poet’s poems, either as the subject or part of the landscape of the poem, like a bark in the distance or a low howl at your feet begging for a bone. For Ronald j Palmer, these are those poems. Dogged is a tender celebration of the bond between human and dog, an elegant lament to nature, time, and ...

ANGELS IN NATURE BRINGING "TOUGH LOVE" AND A MESSAGE OF HOPE This is The Great Reveal — arranged by the Planetmates for the benefit of humans on the eve of the biggest challenge ever to face humans or even the planet at any time of its existence. Planetmates are the beings with whom we share this planet, our fellow Earth Citizens. This revelation comes in the form of prasads, a Sanskrit term, meaning a blessing from a divine being. The Planetmates explain who they are, who we are, what we think of ourselves … and why it is wrong, has always been wrong … and why it is now of dire ...

A humorous memior of a happy childhood, raising pets and living the farm life, embracing all things Good and happy, warm and wonderful, tinsel and bliss, Tiny and True.

Now settled into the sleepy Yorkshire village of Darrowby, and married to Helen the farmer’s daughter, James Herriot thinks he’s finally got himself sorted. But life as a vet in the 1930s was never going to be easy. Quite aside from his unpredictable colleagues, brothers Siegfried and Tristan Farnon, he must contend with new-fangled medical techniques, delivering calves after far too much homemade wine, and a grudge-holding dog called Magnus who never forgets.

On Sunday, October 8, 1871, a fire started on the south side of Chicago. A long drought made the neighborhood go up in flames. And practically everything that could go wrong did. Firemen first went to the wrong location. Fierce winds helped the blaze jump the Chicago River twice. The Chicago Waterworks burned down, making it impossible to fight the fire. Finally after two days, Mother Nature took over, with rain smothering the flames. This overview of a stupendous disaster not only covers the fire but explores the whole history of fire fighting.

Listeners are loving this cozy mystery series with its two indomitable dog sleuths. Zack, Jillian and the corgis, Sherlock and Watson, are at it again in this delightful series that pulls you right in. Zack, Jillian, and the corgis find themselves in the midst of a new mystery with a Thanksgiving twist. Just as they are planning a big holiday dinner, there are no cranberries to be found in the shops. In cozy Pomme Valley and other nearby towns, someone is breaking in and stealing only the cranberries! What's up with that?

Physicians used to make house calls. Today, a few veterinarians still do. Duncan MacVean, DVM, is one such vet. His patients range from cats and dogs to pigs and lizard - each of them a unique personality. Every animal and every home is different, but every owner is the same in their affection for their companions. Without warning, MacVean finds himself in odd situations: stepping into a basement full of free-flying bats or struck speechless by a pig who loves opera so much that she falls into a trance.

Larry Lion is a gossip and his friends teach him a positive lesson for it. Do-It-Duck finds a way to handle sadness. Brody Ant teaches us all how to think more positively, and Donald Dragon tells us how to stop worrying. Be amazed also at Frederick the Frog’s powerful carrot gun and laugh along with Molly Mouse with her classy ways. Do-It-Duck and Other Great Children’s Stories by Jay Rabbit has plenty of wisdom and fun for many of life’s situations, all packaged in fun bundles for children (and adult readers too!) to open, read and enjoy.

On June 23, 2000, the iron-ore carrier MV Treasure, en route from Brazil to China, foundered off the coast of Cape Town, South Africa, spilling 1,300 tons of oil into the ocean and contaminating the habitat of 75,000 penguins. Realizing that 41 percent of the world's population of African penguins could perish, local conservation officials immediately launched a massive rescue operation.

Albert Payson Terhune's story of Bruce, the collie, who starts out life as an ugly, ungainly type and grows up not only beautiful, but incredibly smart. Bruce protects The Mistress from evildoers and becomes a decorated war hero (WWI) before returning to The Home Place for a leisurely retirement amid the lovely trees and lakes. Bruce's story is told from the dog's perspective as well as the Master’s. We join in the adventures as well as share in a few sorrows. One of Terhune’s best that will bring a smile as well as a tear.

Gatsby Unleashed: A New Perspective on an Immortal Classic Embark on an unprecedented journey into the heart of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic work, "The Great Gatsby." This retelling remains completely faithful to the original, embodying the same characters, dialogue, and plot twists that have enthralled countless readers. Yet, the story unfolds through the eyes of an unexpected silent observer—Dash, a quick-witted greyhound. As a resident of the Carraway household, Dash throws a new light on the captivating world of the enigmatic Jay Gatsby. This version offers an intriguing twist on a ...

As Brits we pride ourselves as stoic defenders, boasting a record of resistance dating back to 1066. Yet, even a cursory examination of the natural world reveals that while interlopers of the human variety may have been kept at bay, our islands have been invaded, conquered and settled by an endless succession of animals, plants, fungi and other alien lifeforms that apparently belong elsewhere. Indeed it’s often hard to work out what actually is native, and what is foreign.

The series contains beautifully written and illustrated stories about life's challenges, gently woven within the tales of Henry the lovable hedgehog and his forest friends. From happy cheekiness and fun stories to those that handle life's sensitivities and ethical issues in an uplifting and inspiring way. Tales to be read to younger children who will grow into reading them alone. They will become much loved family treasures, satisfying for all ages. A must have series for thinking, caring and socially concerned families, who want to raise their children to value others and help build a ...

Norvin, a boy who closely resembles a shark, uses his talents to scare away all the swimmers at Caramel Cove, except for one female shark in love. Help!