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THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS AN ORDINARY ANIMAL. EVERY ONE HAS A HEROIC STORY TO TELL.

Discover how . . .

Able Seacat Simon rescued the crew of HMS Amethyst

Bobby the Wonder Dog crossed a continent to find his family

Galipolli Murphy carried 250 wounded soldiers to safety

Pickles tracked down the stolen World Cup

And the Tamworth Two managed to save their bacon


Clare Balding's stories of daring, courageous, remarkable creatures who changed our world for the better: from the dog that inspired Lassie to the bear that fought the Nazis.



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Animal magic * Sunday Telegraph *
Extraordinary * Daily Mail *
Riveting * Daily Telegraph *
Wonderful * Women's Weekly *
An inspiring fireside read * Horse & Hound *
Perfect for animal lovers everywhere! * People's Friend *
Heart warming and at times very funny . . . her love of animals shines through in these accounts, which bring to life the amazing moments and special bonds between humans and animals * Radio Times *
Inspiring * Daily Mirror *
Heartwarming * Yours *
Incredible stories * Woman & Home *
Some stories are awe-inspiring, some are moving, while others are simply laugh-out-loud funny * BBC *
Heartwarming * Woman *
Moving * Sunday Express *
The perfect book to read on a cold winter's day with your dog snuggled up beside you * Your Dog *

Heroic Animals: Amazing Creatures that Changed

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A Paperback / softback by Clare Balding

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    Publisher: John Murray Press
    Publication Date: 22/07/2021
    ISBN13: 9781529343847, 978-1529343847
    ISBN10: 1529343844
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    Animal life stories History: specific events and topics Animals and society

    Description

    Book Synopsis

    THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS AN ORDINARY ANIMAL. EVERY ONE HAS A HEROIC STORY TO TELL.

    Discover how . . .

    Able Seacat Simon rescued the crew of HMS Amethyst

    Bobby the Wonder Dog crossed a continent to find his family

    Galipolli Murphy carried 250 wounded soldiers to safety

    Pickles tracked down the stolen World Cup

    And the Tamworth Two managed to save their bacon


    Clare Balding's stories of daring, courageous, remarkable creatures who changed our world for the better: from the dog that inspired Lassie to the bear that fought the Nazis.



    Trade Review
    Animal magic * Sunday Telegraph *
    Extraordinary * Daily Mail *
    Riveting * Daily Telegraph *
    Wonderful * Women's Weekly *
    An inspiring fireside read * Horse & Hound *
    Perfect for animal lovers everywhere! * People's Friend *
    Heart warming and at times very funny . . . her love of animals shines through in these accounts, which bring to life the amazing moments and special bonds between humans and animals * Radio Times *
    Inspiring * Daily Mirror *
    Heartwarming * Yours *
    Incredible stories * Woman & Home *
    Some stories are awe-inspiring, some are moving, while others are simply laugh-out-loud funny * BBC *
    Heartwarming * Woman *
    Moving * Sunday Express *
    The perfect book to read on a cold winter's day with your dog snuggled up beside you * Your Dog *

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