No Better Friend (Young Readers Edition)

Name: No Better Friend (Young Readers Edition)
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780316344654
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A Man, a Dog, and Their Incredible True Story of Friendship and Survival in World War II

By Robert Weintraub

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Summary

No Better Friend (Young Readers Edition) by Robert Weintraub tells the inspiring true story of a bond formed during World War II between a Royal Air Force technician and a loyal dog named Judy. This remarkable friendship blossoms in the face of adversity, with the two relying on each other to survive the hardships of internment in a Japanese POW camp. The book explores themes of courage, loyalty, and the extraordinary connection between humans and animals.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you love true stories of friendship, especially those involving heroic animals. Set against the backdrop of World War II, it highlights the bond between a loyal dog and a British Royal Air Force technician, showcasing themes of resilience and companionship. This inspiring story is ideal for young readers interested in history, adventure, and the enduring power of friendship.

Now in paperback, the young readers' adaptation of the New York Times bestseller No Better Friend--the extraordinary tale of friendship and survival between a man and a dog in World War II.

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No Better Friend tells the remarkable story of Royal Air Force technician Frank Williams and Judy, a purebred pointer, who met in an internment camp during WWII. Judy was a fiercely loyal animal who sensed danger and instinctively mistrusted anyone in enemy uniform.

Their relationship deepened throughout their imprisonment. The prisoners suffered severe beatings which Judy would interrupt with her barking. The dog became a beacon for the men, who saw in her survival a flicker of hope for their own.

Judy was the war's only canine POW, and when she passed away in 1950, she was buried in her Air Force jacket. Williams would never own another dog. Their story—of an unbreakable bond forged in the worst circumstances—is one of the great undiscovered sagas of World War II.

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No Better Friend: Young Readers Edition has received praise for its moving portrayal of the bond between humans and animals. It is lauded as a riveting and inspiring tale that will appeal to both history enthusiasts and dog lovers. Critics admire its captivating narrative and well-researched content, highlighting the warmth and loyalty found in the extraordinary relationship it depicts.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780316344654

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 December 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Little, Brown Young Readers

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 192.0mm

Weight: 232g

Pages: 304

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Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Robert Weintraub

About the Author

Robert Weintraub is a frequent contributor to the New York Times and Slate and the author of the acclaimed books The House That Ruth Built, The Victory Season, and No Better Friend.