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Meet the animal all-stars who barked, purred, oinked and galloped their way into the history books! These true stories are packed with daring rescues, amazing talents and clever tricks. From surfing dogs to heroic cats and incredible pigs to unforgettable horses, find out what made these animal legends stand out from the pack. Illustrated with black and white drawings, this short story collection is perfect for engaging readers. The non-fiction stories are retold by experienced author, Clive Gifford, who knows how to tell a tale. Great for readers aged 9+, these are gripping and inspiring reads. At the back is a quiz and activities, a glossary, further information and index.

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Clive Gifford lives in Manchester, UK and is an award-winning author of over 150 books for children and adults. These include Eye Benders: The Science of Seeing and Believing, winner of the prestigious Royal Society Young People's Book Prize in 2014, and Cool Technology, which won the School Library Association Information Book Award 2013. Clive's titles range from the serious (Robots, iScience, How the World Works) and sporty (with books on motor racing, the Olympics and football) to the downright silly (The Curse of the Toxic Trousers).

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