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The Great Elephant Chase

by Gillian Cross (1993)

About this book

When the elephant came to town, Tad and Cissie went to the show like everyone else. Little did they know it would change their lives for ever. Because of the elephant, Tad and Cissie get involved in a chase across America, by train, by flatboat, and steam boat. Close behind is Hannibal Jackson, who is determined to have the elephant for himself. And how do you hide a large Indian elephant?

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreThe Great Elephant Chase Lead Character

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