Jock of the Bushveld, An Epic Poem for all Dog Lovers

Africa's Best Loved Dog Hero

De: Patricia Furstenberg

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

New Edition: Beautifully illustrated with 20 creative sketches of Bull Terriers.

Unleash the grand adventures, fierce loyalty, and untamed spirit! Embark on a captivating journey with Jock of the Bushveld, where man and dog's bond defies time.
A captivating epic poem.
A breathtaking African adventure.
A must rest for all dog lovers.

5 Stars from Readers' Favorite "To the Africa's Bravest Creatures series, Patricia Furstenberg adds Book 3, Jock of the Bushveld: Africa’s Best Loved Dog Hero. This is a heartwarming true story of a runt puppy born in South Africa that was given a second chance by a man named Sir Patrick Percy FitzPatrick. Traveling together in the open areas of South Africa, Jock and FitzPatrick were closer than close, better than the best of friends, pure hearts that found their life’s light together.
Jock of the Bushveld shares some wonderful messages that will enable anyone to understand how important it is to give second chances with an open heart, gentle hands and a loving, nurturing soul.
Jock of the Bushveld is a beautifully told story with wonderful pictures of Jock, the dog, through his life with FitzPatrick that help the reader fall in love with the runt puppy as surely as his owner did. The plot is very heartwarming and enlightening as dog and man find comfort and solace in their life together in South Africa. I absolutely loved the characters and how they hunted together and shared everything they needed. Warm fires, food, companionship, love and understanding were enough to bond Jock and FitzPatrick together in what would have otherwise been a lonely life.
Although Jock of the Bushveld is a children’s story, I recommend Patricia Furstenberg’s tale to anyone of any age because it is an easy read that is easy to identify with and understand, as well as the positive messages within the text that are a strong indicator of how anyone can benefit from a love born of a second chance." Reviewed by Amy Raines for Readers' Favorite
Readers of all ages, boys and girls, animal lovers and adventure seekers will be lulled to sleep following the heartwarming story of Jock, the runt of the littler, the smallest of puppies, that lived to enjoy a full and adventurous life at the side of his master. Even those overlooked and picked on can grow to become brave and reliable dogs, deeply loved by their owners.
“I'll have him!" said a loving man at once, Everyone deserves a fair chance."
Jock and his master have shared a life of adventures in the African bush, transporting goods for a living, hunting their food together and sharing the warmth of the fire under a blanket of stars at night. Happy to have each other. Until the time was right, then they shared a family, Jock the dog being the source of many bedtime giggles to his human brothers, thus entering the pages of a book and becoming the beloved symbol of an era.
This epic poem is inspired by the true story of an African dog named Jock. Jock was a Staffordshire Bull Terrier cross that lived with his owner, Sir Patrick Percy FitzPatrick in the Transvaal’s Bushveld (today South Africa). Sir Patrick worked as a storeman, prospector’s assistant, journalist and ox-wagon transporter and later he became a writer. This all happened during the end of the 19th century.

"Jock of the Bushveld" is a beautifully illustrated book about second chances and the value of friendship, with a surprisingly sweet ending that all readers will surely enjoy. this charming children's story that is sure to become a favorite.

Embark on an enthralling journey into the heart of Africa with "Jock of the Bushveld" - a spellbinding tale of courage, loyalty, and untamed spirit. Get ready for a wild adventure that will leave you breathless!

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A sweet retelling

The virtual voice turned this sweet retelling fit for young children into a beautiful bedtime story. Maybe it was the charming storyline, but we enjoyed hearing Jock's tale again, here.