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Harry The Dirty Dog

By Gene Zion
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Harry The Dirty Dog by Gene Zion is a beloved children's book about a mischievous dog named Harry who hates baths. To escape bath time, he runs away and experiences a series of adventures that leave him very dirty. When he returns home, his family doesn't recognise him, prompting Harry to take action to prove his identity.
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You might enjoy this charming children's book if you love stories about adventurous pets and playful antics. It follows the journey of a spirited, mischievous dog who detests bath time and goes on an adventure to avoid it, only to realise the comforts of home may sometimes be sweeter than freedom. It’s a delightful read that highlights themes of family, home, and the classic battle between fun and responsibility, all through vivid illustrations and engaging storytelling.

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Harry The Dirty Dog

Harry is a black and white dog who hates having a bath - so when he sees his owner with the dreaded bath, he runs away. But in the end, Harry gets so dirty that his owners don't recognise him. He has to beg for the thing he used to dread so much so they will let him back into the houshold . . .

A classic picture book from Gene Zion

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The perfect recipe for a children's picture book classic - a mischievous mutt and bath time.

Harry the Dirty Dog is about Harry, a black and white dog who hates having a bath. When he sees his owner with the dreaded bath, he runs away.

However, in the end, Harry gets so dirty that his owners don't recognise him, and he has to beg for the thing he used to dread so much. Only then do they let him back into the household.

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Harry the Dirty Dog by Gene Zion is a beloved classic that delights readers with its charming story and engaging illustrations. Critics praise it for showcasing themes of curiosity and adventure as well as the playful antics of the spirited canine protagonist, Harry. Its timeless appeal and gentle humour make it a hit with both children and adults.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780099978701

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 October 1992

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Red Fox

Illustration: 1

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Margaret Bloy Graham

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 204.0mm

Height: 276.0mm

Weight: 173g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Gene Zion Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

Born on October 5, in 1913, Gene Zion attended the New School of Social Research and the Pratt Institute. In 1948, he married artist Margaret Bloy Graham, who then collaborated with him on all his picture books. When their marriage ended in 1968, Zion also ended his career as an author. Zion is best known for his creation of the rascally dog, Harry, who appears in such books as HARRY THE DIRTY DOG and HARRY BY THE SEA. He died in 1975.

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