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The Tale of Greyfriars Bobby

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4.2 out of 5
Based on 6 Ratings and 2 Reviews

Book Description
Bobby, a lively little Skye Terrier, adores his master Auld Jock and when the old man dies, Bobby refuses to leave his grave in Greyfriars Churchyard in Edinburgh. By day, he plays with local orphans and eats at a nearby tavern, but every night for fourteen years Bobby returns faithfully to sleep by his master's grave. This book is based on a true story.
Book Information
PublisherPenguin Young Readers Group
BindingPaperback (2 editions)
Reading LevelAges 4-8
# of Pages75
ISBN-100140311815
ISBN-13978-0140311815
Publication Date05/2000
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About Lavinia Derwent (Author) : Lavinia Derwent is a published author of children's books. Some of the published credits of Lavinia Derwent include Sula (Kelpies), Song of Sula (Kelpies).
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About Martin F. Cottam (Illustrator) : Martin F. Cottam is a published illustrator of children's books. A published credit of Martin F. Cottam is The Tale of Greyfriars Bobby (Young Puffin Books).
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