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      Greyfriars Bobby

      by Eleanor Atkinson
      Published
      Mar 1993
      Main Genre
      General Fiction General Fiction
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      224
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      A heartwarming true tale of the enduring bond between a man and his loyal dog in 19th century Edinburgh.

      Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket-sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition features an introduction by Mary Paulson-Ellis.

      When Auld Jock, a shepherd, loses his job, he moves to Edinburgh in search of work. But the city isn't kind to him and he falls into a life of poverty. Lonely, old and ill, his only companion is a plucky little Skye terrier named Bobby, who belonged to the farmer that dismissed Jock. When the farmer tries to reclaim the dog, Bobby escapes and loyally returns to Auld Jock's side. From that day on, he remains devoted to Auld Jock, even guarding the old man's grave in Greyfriars kirkyard for many years. Inspired by true events, Eleanor Atkinson's Greyfriars Bobby is the deeply touching story of an inseparable bond and a wonderful evocation of Edinburgh in the late nineteenth century.

      Genres & Themes

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      General Fiction

      Characters & Occupations

      Animals

      Age Level

      Kids (12 & Under)

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