Fire, Bed and Bone
Fire, Bed and Bone by Henrietta Branford is a unique fictional tale published by Oxford University Press in 2008. This 135-page book is presented in English and offers a narrative set in 1381, told from the perspective of a hunting dog. Readers are drawn into a world that intertwines the experiences of animals with the historical context of British feudal systems and peasant revolts.
In this story, readers will find an exploration of the relationship between humans and animals, as well as insights into the social dynamics of the time. The narrative captures the splendor of nature alongside the turbulence of historical events, providing a rich backdrop for the dog’s experiences. With themes related to animals and language arts, this edition invites readers to engage with both the historical setting and the emotional depth of the characters involved.
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“Even readers with little knowledge of (or interest in) British feudal systems and peasant revolts may find themselves engrossed in this unique fictional tale set in 1381 and told from a hunting dog’s point of view.” — PUBLISHERS WEEKLY (starred review)
A Smarties Book Prize Bronze Award Winner
A VOICE OF YOUTH ADVOCATES Honor Book
A KLIATT Editors’ Choice
“Branford’s subtle, poetic writing . . . evokes both the splendor of nature and the turbulence of the times. The author’s remarkable understanding of animal behavior and human tendencies reverberates throughout this eloquent historic tale.” — PUBLISHERS WEEKLY (starred review)
“The exciting plot . . . never hits a false note as related through the
dog’s sensibilities. . . . An ingenious tour de force.” — SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL (starred review)
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