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This 1922 adventure story for youth and dog lovers will delight anyone with just a little suspension of disbelief. Sentimental and anthropomorphic, it’s still a good read/listen for those who would appreciate how a devoted dog saved his physician master’s life during World War I. Clarence Hawkes, crippled and blind, was a prolific, popular writer, well-known for his nature stories in the twentieth century. - Summary by David Wales

The land of the Eskimo is the most inhospitable desolate portion of Mother Earth inhabited by man. Well has the Eskimo need of his cheerful watch word, or salutation, of Aksuse, which means be strong. This is the story of a Polar Bear and his involvement with his environment and men. But not just any polar bear, the biggest and fiercest of them all. The Czar of the Frozen North, is in a class quite by himself. He is not nearly as large as his cousin the Kadiak bear, but that huge beast inhabits a comparatively small area and is little known, while the white Czar ranges along the shores of the ...

Drawing on childhood days spent at his grandparents' New England farm, the author tells of a community of animals who gather around the old trysting tree, led by Nimrod, the old crow, with Cock-Robin, Bob the Rabbit, squirrels Frisk and Frolic, and many others. Stories of bright summer days and the camaraderie of friends are mixed with tales of danger and fear as the little foresters live out their lives in the woods. (Summary by MaryAnn)

Embark on a heartwarming journey with Travels in New Zealand, a captivating 1922 adventure tale perfect for young readers and dog enthusiasts alike. This charming story weaves together sentiments and anthropomorphism to create a delightful narrative about loyalty and bravery. Experience the inspiring bond between a devoted dog and his physician owner, whose life was saved during the trials of World War I. Written by the celebrated Clarence Hawkes, a blind and crippled yet prolific storyteller, this work showcases his love for nature and the resilience of the human (and canine) spirit. - ...

In the harsh, unforgiving land of the Eskimo, where survival is a daily struggle, the need for resilience is captured in the cheerful salutation Aksuse, meaning be strong. This captivating tale revolves around a polar bear unlike any other— the mightiest ruler of the Arctic, known as the Czar of the Frozen North. While not as large as his cousin, the Kadiak bear, this formidable creature roams the vast shores of the Arctic Sea, embodying the spirit of the wild. Scientifically known as Thalarctos Maritimus, or Bear of the Sea, he navigates a world shaped by both his environment and the ...

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Florida Trails, where fond memories of a childhood spent at a New England farm come to life. Join a lively community of woodland creatures, led by the wise old crow, Nimrod, alongside Cock-Robin, Bob the Rabbit, and the playful squirrels, Frisk and Frolic. Experience the warmth of summer days filled with friendship, laughter, and adventure, juxtaposed with the lurking dangers of the wild. This charming collection of stories beautifully captures the essence of camaraderie and the trials of life in the forest. (Summary by MaryAnn)