Love between lines: Books considered best for animal lovers

May2,2024

A tale of adventure and survival featuring a group of rabbits seeking a new home.

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Watership Down by Richard Adams

The classic story of a horse’s life from his own perspective, highlighting animal welfare issues.

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Black Beauty by Anna Sewell

Follows the journey of a domesticated dog named Buck who becomes a wild animal in the Yukon during the Klondike Gold Rush.

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The Call of the Wild by Jack London

The heartwarming story of a pig named Wilbur and his friendship with a clever spider named Charlotte.

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Charlotte's Web by E.B. White

The first book in a series depicting the adventures of anthropomorphic animals in a medieval abbey called Redwall.

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Redwall by Brian Jacques

Follows the journey of two dogs and a cat who travel 250 miles to reunite with their family.

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The Incredible Journey by Sheila Burnford

Based on a true story, this novel narrated by a silverback gorilla explores themes of friendship and captivity.

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The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate

Follows the adventures of a doctor who can speak to animals and his various exploits around the world.

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The Story of Doctor Dolittle by Hugh Lofting

A memoir that intertwines the author's experiences training a goshawk with reflections on grief, nature, and the bond between humans and animals.

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H is for Hawk by Helen Macdonald