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Bulu: African Wonder Dog
Bulu: African Wonder Dog | Dick Houston
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Fans of narrative non-fiction, true dog stories, and African wildlife will want to check out Bulu! Born on a crocodile farm in Zambia's untamed South Luangwa Valley, the puppy seemed different from his littermates. Too quiet. Unresponsive. Terriers are usually full of energy and bouncing off walls. But not this one. Nobody wanted him. Enter Anna and Steve Tolan—former police officers who had left behind their life in England to live in the African bush. People thought the Tolans were a bit different, too. The peculiar puppy suited them perfectly. They named him Bulu, or "wild dog" in the local Nyanja language. Living in the bush, Bulu not only found his voice, he also found his calling as a foster parent to the orphaned baby animals—including warthogs, monkeys, elephants, baboons, bushbucks, and buffalo—cared for by the Tolans. But Bulu's protective nature led him into terrifying situations in the wild. It's a miracle he survived! But survive he did, disarming people with his wacky ways and nurturing once-unwanted creatures like him until they too could be set free. Bulu's story is a joyful confirmation of dogs as unique spirits, capable of love, compassion, and bravery. Packed with vivid descriptions of encounters with crocodiles, lions, leopards, poisonous snakes, armed poachers, and more—and illustrated throughout with black-and-white photographs—Bulu: African Wonder Dog is a great resource for meeting Common Core State Standards that will be enjoyed by readers of all ages.
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Zambia #foodandlit I struggled so much to find a book from/about Zambia- then last week discovered this one- and learned the Harpers Ferry library had it- where it had been mis-shelved- but they found it! And it is perfect and brutiful with a genuine picture of animal conservation, the bonds of animals and beauty and strength of animals. I fell in love with Bulu. There are some brutal moments in this true story that had me bawling, 👇

Chrissyreadit So while I recommend it for upper elementary to adult it may be much for a tender hearted person. I will specify under a spoiler for anyone wanting more info. I‘m so glad I did not give up on reading from Zambia 🧡. My food is a smoothie I made with modifications- guava nectar, pineapple and mango with oatmeal and coconut milk. It was delicious. 3y
Chrissyreadit Bulu goes missing and had been attacked by a lion. His injuries are brutal and discussed in detail. His survival and the procedures are also detailed and fascinating. Reminding me of how privileged we are. 3y
Catsandbooks Glad your smoothie was good! I think I would have a tough time with this book as I am sensitive to animals being harmed. 3y
Butterfinger I'm so glad that you found something. I worried about you. 3y
Chrissyreadit @Butterfinger you‘re so sweet! I would have read a picture book if I had to. This one was also YA 3y
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