Book details
The Adventures of Shola
Description
Small dog. Big dreams.From her rustic, mouse-mad cousin Angeliño to Señor Grogó's rodeo-chasing, wild Aunt Clementine from Wyoming, nobody in these four surprising stories can help agreeing with Shola in the end: leads are for losers and it's far better to be free. Shola is a dog who knows what's what and how best to say it, and she'll even say it live on tv. As long as nobody gets too discombobulated about it.Shola may look like an ordinary white pet dog but, as her long-suffering owner Señor Grogó knows only too well, she is in fact a highly cultivated creature and the world is her playground - or rather, her jungle. For little Shola is ever ready to discover her inner lioness or to lead the pack on a wild-boar hunt. If only home-made cheese and finely cooked, delicious, marvellous, near-miraculous chips were not quite so tempting, the world would recognise her for the heroic dog she truly is.Luckily Shola finds soul-mates in unexpected quarters.Lovingly and revealingly illustrated by Mikel Valverde, these four stories in one volume are a treasure-trove of amusement which cannot fail to cheer the reader.
Age
9-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
220 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Cultural Enrichment: 'The Adventures of Shola' by Bernardo Atxaga offers readers a glimpse into Basque culture through its charming storytelling, providing a unique opportunity to learn about and appreciate a culture that may be different from their own.
- Entertaining Storylines: The book is a collection of stories that follow the adventures of Shola, a small dog with a big personality. Her escapades are filled with humor and wit, making it an enjoyable read for both children and adults.
- Moral Lessons: Each of Shola's adventures comes with its own moral lesson, whether it's about friendship, courage, or curiosity. These stories can help instill important values and encourage thoughtful reflection in readers of all ages.
- Literary Appreciation: Bernardo Atxaga is an award-winning author known for his literary craftsmanship. Reading 'The Adventures of Shola' allows one to appreciate the art of storytelling and the beauty of language, as Atxaga's writing is both accessible and richly textured.