Books like Rex by Joyce Stranger
Set in a fictional English community of the Cumbrian fells, *Rex* follows the interwoven lives of farmers, their families, and the animals that sustain them. Central to the narrative is the bond between men and their dogs, and the stories that arise from these relationships. The plot centers on a Border Collie pup born in the wilds of the fells, abandoned by a cruel master. Rex learns to distrust humans, and his defiance puts him at risk of being shot as a suspected sheep killer.
The novel delves into the themes of companionship, survival, and the rugged spirit of rural life, painting a vivid portrait of the people who live in harmony with the land and the animals that call it home.
First publish date: 1967
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Joyce Stranger
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