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Heroic Animals

Amazing Creatures that Changed Our World

Clare Balding author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:John Murray Press

Published:22nd Jul '21

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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.

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 *

ISBN: 9781529343847

Dimensions: 192mm x 126mm x 28mm

Weight: 273g

352 pages