Bel Ria
Dog of War

This is an amazing book authored by Sheila Burnford and brought to life again by The New York Review Children's Collection. She is the author of "The Incredible Journey" that was made into a heart-warming, live-action movie by Disney in 1961. This book will capture your heart and will bring you to......more

My dad sobbed as he finished this book! What a softy (me too.)......more

This is one of my favorite books. My mother sent it to me in college as part of a "care package". I've read it many times. It is a touching portrayal of how animals can affect our lives. When my daughter was in college I sent her a copy of this book in a "care package" as well.......more

An absolutely devastating book, with genuine insight into the complex relationship betweens and animals: I can't remember when I've cried this much while reading a book!......more

This book was published in 1977 but has a very authentic feeling to it of what it was like to be in WWII and in England during the tough times. Wikipedia on Sheila Branford says During World War II, she worked as a volunteer ambulance driver, and I am sure those memories stayed strong in her. She is......more