The Adventures of a Dog, and a Good Dog Too by Alfred Elwes

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Author Elwes, Alfred, 1819?-1888
Illustrator Weir, Harrison, 1824-1906
Title The Adventures of a Dog, and a Good Dog Too
Note Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Adventures of a Dog, and a Good Dog Too" by Alfred Elwes is a fictional narrative written in the mid-19th century. The book recounts the life and adventures of a dog named Job as he navigates the ups and downs of existence, touching on themes of loyalty, compassion, and resilience. The story is told from Job's perspective, which provides a unique and heartfelt insight into the canine experience. At the start of the narrative, we learn about Job's early days in the city of Caneville, where he faces challenges of survival and a lack of affection. The opening portion introduces us to the circumstances of Job's youth, detailing his beginnings, including the rough treatment from a caretaker and his determination to survive. Despite adversity, Job demonstrates kindness, having once foraged food for a starving puppy, showcasing his noble heart. Themes of friendship and loyalty emerge early on as he navigates through his encounters, offering readers a glimpse into his character and the bonds he makes along the way. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Dogs -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Honesty -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Animal welfare -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Wit and humor, Juvenile
Subject Courage -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 20741
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 5, 2007
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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