A Dog on Barkham Street

Stolz, Mary; Shortall, Leonard

ISBN 10: 0060258411 ISBN 13: 9780060258412

Publisher: HarperCollins, 1960

Synopsis

More than anything in the world Edward wanted a dog. And second only to that was his desire to be free of the constant plaguing of Martin Hastings, the bully of Barkham Street. Then into the heart of both these problems came Uncle Josh, an unabashed hobo, and Argress, a collie, who was his traveling companion. How Edward convinced his parents that he was responsible enough to have a pet, and how Argess was instrumental in solving the problem of Martin make a story boys will know is written about their own world, expressly for them. Leonard Shortall's delightful pictures add fun and warmth to this story of a boy and a dog.

About this title

About the Author:

Mary Stolz, winner of the 1993 Kerlan Award for the body of her work, is the author of dozens of books that are perennial favorites of young readers, including two Newbery Honor Books, Belling the Tiger, illustrated by Beni Montresor, and The Noonday Friends. She lives on the Gulf Coast of Florida.

Sergio Martinez was born and lives in Mexico City. He illustrated Weapons & Warfare by Milton Meltzer. His paintings have been exhibited in galleries around the world.

Review:

"A poignant, wise and funny story." -- -- The New York Times

"The author deserves the highest praise for successfully poking and probing into the sensitive, comical lives of vigorous young boys." -- -- Kirkus Reviews

About this edition

• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Publication date: 1960
• ISBN 10: 0060258411
• ISBN 13: 9780060258412
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 184