![]() ![]() As this exciting, adventurous book describes the adventures of Danny and Red in the mountains, it shows the love of the boy for his father and for his dog. “The bull’s neck had been broken by a single blow from a sledge-hammer paw, and there was a hole in its belly where Old Majesty had started to eat.” This quote really captures the attention, draws one into the book, and makes him wonder what will happen next. In fact, the very beginning tells the reader about the dangers that will be faced. The bear must be stopped, but is anyone or anything able to do it? ![]() But the greatest test of their courage and friendship will come from an enemy more cunning than any they have known beforea bear who is the undisputed king of the wilderness, a giant, savage beast called Old Majesty, who is responsible for killing many animals and injuring many hunters. Together Danny and Red face many problems in the harsh area that they call home. ![]() Soon, neither boy nor dog can stand to be apart. Fast, smart, strong, and noble, Red is the only dog Danny wants by his side. From the moment Danny sees a beautiful Irish setter, he knows that it is the dog for him and names it Big Red. Danny Pickett, a 17-year-old motherless Canadian boy, and his father Ross live in the Wintapi wilderness of Canada, where life is difficult because of the many wild animals. Language level: 3 (a little cursing and profanity)įor more information e-mail Jim. ![]() Publisher: Random House Children’s Books, reprinted 1992 ![]()
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