Book details
Raymond
Description
This is the story of Raymond - an ordinary dog who, for a while, lives an extraordinary life.What if dogs could walk and talk and go to work? Well, Raymond the dog has big ambitions beyond his ordinary, canine life in the big city. He wants to take himself for a walk and get his own dinner. And when he's done all that? Well, he wants a job, just like his owners. But when Raymond begins a high-flying journalism career at Dogue magazine, he soon realizes it's no walk in the park… With a stylish limited palette and incredible visual humour, children and adults alike will fall in love with Raymond and his laugh-out-loud antics in this absurdly original - yet highly relatable - world.
Age
3-7
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
32 pages
Why to read
- Raymond's unique perspective on life, death, and everything in between is thought-provoking and refreshing.
- The book's exploration of the human condition, including themes of love, loss, and identity, is both relatable and insightful.
- Le Bec's writing style is beautiful and poetic, making the story a joy to read and reflect on.
- The book's themes of hope, redemption, and the power of the human spirit are timeless and universal, making it a story that will resonate with readers from diverse backgrounds and experiences.