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Walker Books
On sale:
September 2008
Price:
$16.99
Format:
Hardcover
Size:
8.5 x 10 in
Pages:
32 pp
Ages:
4-8
Grades:
K-3
ISBN-13: 9780802797544
ISBN-10: 0802797547
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Two Bobbies
A True Story of Hurricane Katrina, Friendship, and Survival
By Kirby Larson and Mary Nethery
Illustrated by Jean Cassels
Book Description
An inspiring and true "incredible journey" in the tradition of Owen and Mzee
During Hurricane Katrina, evacuating New Orleans residents were forced to leave their pets behind. Bobbi the dog was initially chained to keep her safe, but after her owners failed to return, she had to break free. For months, Bobbi wandered the city's ravaged streets—dragging her chain behind her—followed by her feline companion, Bob Cat. After months of hunger and struggle, the Two Bobbies were finally rescued by a construction worker helping to rebuild the city. When he brought them to a shelter, volunteers made an amazing discovery about the devoted friends—Bob Cat was actually blind! He had survived the aftermath of the storm by following the sound Bobbi's chain made as she dragged it along the ground.
At the shelter, the two bob-tailed friends refused to be parted, even for a moment. Could rescue workers find the Bobbies' owners? Or could they find a new home that would take them together? This remarkable true story of devotion and survival is a testament to the spirit that defined post-Katrina rescue missions, and is a perfect way to commemorate the this day in history.
“A lovely book chronicling the amazing true story of a dog and cat.” –Buffalo News
“An excellent introduction to Katrina for young children, this touching animal tale memorializes a modern catastrophe and pays tribute to the many volunteers who traveled to New Orleans to help.”- School Library Journal
"This moving story about the importance of friendship and home highlights the plight of the hurricane’s lost and left-behind animals, as well as the value of animal shelters.” –Booklist
“Children will be drawn to the heroic story of the two animals, and those old enough to remember also will be reminded of how their city looked in the weeks and months after the storm.” –Times Picayune
“Larson and Nethery have found a way to make a touching story of a devastating event. The unusual friendship between a cat and a dog, two household animals left behind as the hurricane strikes, is extraordinary.” --Contra Costa Times
"Reading about Bobbi and Bob Cat will make your whole family feel better about the strength of humans and animals in the face of great challenges.” –The News Star
“This book is a must-have for animal lovers of all ages. Sometimes it takes the examples of our four-legged friends to remind us what is important.” –curledup.com
“An uplifting picture book.” –Seattle Times
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