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Book SynopsisWhen Old Smelly the tramp mets Eric Stanley Pigeon, it''s his lucky day!
Old Smelly loves to bet on the horse races, but he never has much luck - until he meets Eric Stanley Pigeon, that is. For this young bird has a very unusual talent... Old Smelly dreams of winning a fortune, but will his dreams come true?
Trade ReviewDick King-Smith has brought magic into the lives of millions of children * Parents Magazine *
The animal stories of Dick King-Smith have revitalised the tradition so completely that other writers who put words into animals' mouths are outclassed * Times Educational Supplement *
Sparkling humour and wonderful characters are Dick King-Smith's trademarks * Books for Your Children *
Remember those wonderful occasions as a child when a book gave you reassurance, warmth, humour and a cracking story? King-Smith's animal stories hit that mark every time * Oxford Times *
