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During the final years of World War II, twelve‑year‑old Andréj, nine‑year‑old Tomáš, and their baby sister Wilma are forced to flee their Romany encampment after a German attack. Seeking shelter, they come upon an abandoned town that houses a forgotten zoo. The animals, each with a tale of their own, explain the costs of war and the values of freedom, giving the children perspective on their present and future. The novel examines the experiences of refugees, the plight of the Romany people, and the human‑animal bond amid the horrors of war.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Sonya Hartnett
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