War Dog - by Martin Booth (Paperback)

About the Book

Jet, a black Labrador, was well-trained by a young English poacher, Fred Parry. When Fred is caught and jailed shortly before the outbreak of World War II, Jet is requisitioned by the army, where her training stands her in good stead. This is the fast-paced story about a remarkable dog whom the reader soon comes to love.

Book Synopsis

In his debut novel for young readers, Martin Booth shares the origins of military dogs through the tale of a brave black Labrador that was claimed as an infantry patrol dog in World War II. Jet was a well-trained black Labrador who belonged to a young English poacher, Fred Parry. When Fred is caught and jailed before the outbreak of World War II, Jet is requisitioned by the army, where her training stands her in good stead. A charming and sweet tale, War Dog is a fast-paced story about a remarkable dog your young reader will surely come to love.

About the Author

Martin Booth was a novelist and poet. He also worked as a teacher and screenwriter, and was the founder of the Sceptre Press.