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Using fiction to smash stereotypes 21/03/25
The Last Wolf
Publisher: Random House
When Miya teaches her grandfather how to use a computer, he decides to trace his family tree outline. He makes contact with a relative in America who emails him the extraordinary memoirs about his ancestor, Robbie Mcleod, who spent his childhood in the embattled Scotland of Bonnie Prince Charlie.
Befriending the orphaned wolf pup of 'the last wolf in Scotland,' Robbie realises that to survive they must find a more permanent home overseas. The action ranges from the Scottish Highlands to the American plains, but at its heart lies Robbie's enduring relationship with the wolf.
Powerful illustrations underline this captivating tale of loyalty and bravery.
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What you thought...
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mundi, 18 September 2015
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AWESOMEEEEEEE
Emily, 19 June 2015
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Nice story
John, 28 April 2014
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Very awesome
nina, 24 June 2013
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good
kungfupanda, 19 June 2013
amazing!!!!