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The Dog Who Wouldn't Be

Farley Mowat
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The Dog Who Wouldn't Be

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1980

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Farley Mowat

The Dog Who Wouldn't Be

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1980
Book Details
Pages

175

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Humor

Biography
Setting

Saskatchewan, Canada • 1920s

Topic
Animals

Science & Nature
Publication Year

1980

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

1190L

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Super Short Summary

The Dog Who Wouldn't Be by Farley Mowat chronicles a person's experiences growing up with an extraordinary pet dog named Mutt. Set in the Canadian prairies, the narrative highlights the deep bond between the individual and Mutt, illustrating their adventures and the dog's unique personality, which transcends typical canine behavior.

Humorous

Nostalgic

Heartwarming

Adventurous

Playful

Reviews & Readership

4.4

5,719 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Dog Who Wouldn't Be by Farley Mowat is celebrated for its humor and heartwarming portrayal of childhood and canine companionship. Readers appreciate Mowat's vivid storytelling and nostalgic tone. Some criticize its episodic structure as uneven. Overall, it's a delightful read with moments of poignant insight, capturing the essence of a boy's bond with his unconventional dog.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Dog Who Wouldn't Be?

An ideal reader for Farley Mowat's The Dog Who Wouldn't Be enjoys heartwarming, humorous memoirs with animal themes. Similar to those who appreciate James Herriot's All Creatures Great and Small, they seek charming tales of human-animal relationships set in quaint, nostalgic settings. Perfect for lovers of gentle, engaging storytelling.

4.4

5,719 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

175

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Humor

Biography
Setting

Saskatchewan, Canada • 1920s

Topic
Animals

Science & Nature
Publication Year

1980

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

1190L

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