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Chester, a dog neglected by his family, sets off in search of a new home. He is rebuffed by forest birds and taken in by a wealthy woman who sees him more as a plaything than a companion. Through this experience, Chester learns that even a new home can’t easily replace the affection and acceptance of his former family.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Ayano Imai
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