Greyfriars Bobby (1912)

Greyfriars Bobby is a heartwarming children's novel written by Eleanor Stackhouse Atkinson and first published in 1912. The story is based on the true account of a loyal Skye Terrier named Bobby who lived in Edinburgh, Scotland in the 19th century. The novel revolves around the life of Bobby and his master, a poor but kind-hearted shepherd named Auld Jock. When Auld Jock dies, Bobby refuses to leave his master's grave and stays there for fourteen years, becoming a local legend and an inspiration to many. The book is written in a simple and engaging style, making it easy for children to read and understand. It is filled with vivid descriptions of Edinburgh and its people, as well as the adventures and challenges that Bobby faces as he tries to survive on his own. Greyfriars Bobby is a timeless classic that teaches important lessons about loyalty, love, and perseverance. It is a must-read for animal lovers of all ages and a perfect introduction to Scottish history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.