The Plague Dogs
The Plague Dogs by Richard Adams, published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group on April 5, 2016, is an illustrated edition that spans 528 pages. This book presents a tale of fantasy and adventure, focusing on the experiences of two dogs, Rowf and Snitter, who escape from a testing facility in North West England. As they navigate the English countryside, they encounter various challenges and form a bond with a red fox, all while evading those who believe they may be carriers of a dangerous plague.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of human cruelty and kindness through the lens of these animals’ journey. The story unfolds against a backdrop of action and adventure, as local farmers, politicians, scientists, and the military become embroiled in the hunt for the escaped dogs. This edition offers a unique visual experience, enhancing the literary exploration of the characters’ plight and the societal implications surrounding their escape.
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This modern-day classic is an unforgettable tale of fantasy and adventure, a powerful exploration of the limits of human cruelty and kindness. A “gripping … compelling tale of emotional force and high suspense” (The Wall Street Journal).
Rowf, a shaggy black mongrel, and Snitter, a black-and-white fox terrier, are among dozens of animals being cruelly held in a testing facility in North West England. When one of the handlers fails to close Rowf’s cage properly, the two dogs make a daring escape into the English countryside, where they befriend a red fox who helps them survive in the wild.
But as rumors circulate that the dogs may have been the test subjects for biological weapons and could be carrying a terrible plague, they soon find themselves targets of a great dog hunt. Local farmers, politicians, scientists, and even the military join in the search to track them down.
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