Heroes: Incredible true stories of courageous animals
David Long (Author), Kerry Hyndman
Subjects
- Facts & Information - lists, stats and plenty of facts
- Animal Tales - bundles of fur, fluff and fun
- Facts & Information - lists, stats and plenty of facts
Average rating
Thirty-three incredible stories of animal heroics from the team that brought you Blue Peter Award-winning SURVIVORS
For as long as there have been wars, animals have been out there saving lives. Courageous dogs, cats, birds, horses, and even a bear have shown courage and devotion, and this book tells you their extraordinary stories.
Includes the story of Jet the Alsatian who became a hero of the Blitz, pulling survivors from burning rubble, night after night. Gallipoli Murphy, the donkey who served as an ambulance. Simon, the cat who saved his crew. And many, many more.
These animals help us to remember that not all heroes are human.
Glorious full-colour double-page illustrations throughout.
Praise for the series:
‘True-story fans will love this.’ Inis Children’s Books Ireland
‘Full of incredible real-life stories . . . Ultimately an inspirational book, beautifully illustrated.’ Angels and Urchins
‘A great collection of harrowing, true survivor stories.’ Kirkus
Reviews
I think animals are fascinating and courageous. This book was thoroughly interesting to read. This book interested me because I wanted to learn more about animals being heroes even though not all adventures have happy endings. There is a unique bond between animals and people. I would thoroughly recommend this factual book. All the stories are true.
Judge Augustus Rollerskate 24.07.2021
I would recommend this book to others. The reason why I gave the book a four is because I think it's a bit too much detail. Maybe a bit less detail would be good in places but I did find the information really interesting and it is present like a story although it is non fiction.
Fairy Letizia Chocolate-mousse 18.08.2019
