Project Ultraswan
written and photographed by Elinor Osborn
Describes the life of large trumpeter swans, how they nearly became extinct, and efforts to reintroduce them to the Northeastern United States and to help them relearn migration routes.
Read Time: ~3.9 hr
Jet the rescue dog and other extraordinary stories of animals in wartime
by David Long (2014)
About this book
As mascots, messengers, rat-catchers and even spies, animals have long marched into war alongside servicemen and women. Dogs, horses, cats (even birds, camels and elephants) have saved thousands of lives through instinct, intelligence, courage and devotion. Like Jet, a dog who searched through ruins during the Blitz bombings to find survivors, or Sergeant Stubby, a dog who caught a spy. Or the pigeons who braved hurricanes, hawks and even snipers to help during WWII ... Engaging, uplifting and deeply moving, 'Jet the rescue dog' tells the stories of these brave, silent heroes with sensitivity and gentle humour.
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraWWII Era
Protagonist / CoreJet the rescue dog and other extraordinary stories of animals in wartime Lead Character
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