The Adventures of A Dog and A Good Dog Too

This charming tale tells the story of Job, a lowly dog of mixed parentage who battles against adversity to become a highly respected and very important citizen of Caneville. Job encounters canine ruffians, famine and flood, but nothing can daunt his indomitable spirit. He is an heroic little character who more than once risks his own life to save others. Written in the Victorian era, the simple morality contained within this book (that Goodness and Fidelity will always be rewarded) is unchanging and immensely satisfying. The beautifully descriptive language of the period, together with exquisite illustrations, make this an enchanting little book to be read over and over again. Alfred Elwes was born in Woolwich, Kent in 1819. A noted childrens’ author, he also translated French and Italian literature in English. He was a Doctor of Philosophy and for a time was Professor of English at Leghorn University in Tuscany.