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Harry the Dirty Dog and Other Animal Stories

Harry the Dirty Dog and Other Animal Stories

Library Edition
AnimalsChildren's Books
Published
2007
Language
English

Synopsis

This collection features the beloved story of Harry, a white dog with black spots who hates baths and tries to avoid them by getting as dirty as possible. When his family doesn't recognize him, Harry must find a way to prove he's their clean dog. The book also includes other charming animal tales.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

WhimsicalLightheartedHeartwarming

Genres

Animals Children's Books

Authors

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Don Freeman

Don Freeman was born in San Diego, California. He attended high school in St. Louis, and then studied graphic design at the Art Students League in New York City.

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Fred Marcellino

Fred Marcellino was a beloved illustrator and author, celebrated for his work in children's literature. He is best known for bringing stories like Harry the Dirty Dog and Other Animal Stories to life with his distinctive art. His books continue to charm readers of all ages.

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Gene Zion

Gene (Eugene) Zion (October 5, 1913 – December 5, 1975) was an American author of picture books. [source](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gene_Zion)

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Peggy Rathmann

Margaret Crosby "Peggy" Rathmann (born March 4, 1953) is an American illustrator and writer of children's picture books. Rathmann was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, and graduated from the University of Minnesota. She studied commercial art, fine art, and children's book creation in Chicago, Minneapolis, and Los Angeles. Her first book, "Ruby the Copycat, earned Ms. Rathmann the 'Most Promising New Author' distinction in Publishers Weekly's 1991 annual Cuffie Awards." That book was followed by h...