BOOK BRIEF

Sergeant Stubby: How a Stray Dog and His Best Friend Helped Win World War I and Stole the Heart of a Nation

Ann Bausum
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Sergeant Stubby: How a Stray Dog and His Best Friend Helped Win World War I and Stole the Heart of a Nation

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2014

Book Brief

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Ann Bausum

Sergeant Stubby: How a Stray Dog and His Best Friend Helped Win World War I and Stole the Heart of a Nation

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Europe • 1910s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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Super Short Summary

In Sergeant Stubby: How a Stray Dog and His Best Friend Helped Win World War I and Stole the Heart of a Nation, Ann Bausum chronicles the story of a dog who befriends a soldier during World War I. The dog bravely participates in war efforts, impacting both the soldier and the nation with its loyalty and courage.

Inspirational

Heartwarming

Adventurous

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.2

696 ratings

71%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Sergeant Stubby by Ann Bausum is praised for its engaging storytelling and historical detail, capturing Stubby's charm and bravery. The book effectively highlights the bond between the dog and his soldier, drawing emotional connections. Critiques mention a desire for more primary source material. Overall, it's a heartwarming account of an unusual WWI hero.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Sergeant Stubby: How a Stray Dog and His Best Friend Helped Win World War I and Stole the Heart of a Nation?

Readers who enjoy Sergeant Stubby by Ann Bausum are often history enthusiasts, animal lovers, or fans of war stories with a personal touch. Similar in appeal to Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand and War Horse by Michael Morpurgo, this book captivates with a mix of historical events and heartwarming narrative.

4.2

696 ratings

71%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Europe • 1910s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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