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Peaceful Kingdom: Random Acts of Kindness by Animals |  | Author: Stephanie Laland
Publisher: Conari Press
Category: Book
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Rating:  12 reviews
Sales Rank: 962105
Media: Paperback
Pages: 201
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.6
Dimensions (in): 6 x 5.9 x 0.7
ISBN: 157324094X
Dewey Decimal Number: 591.5
EAN: 9781573240949
ASIN: 157324094X
Publication Date: August 1997
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Amazon.com Review
Peaceful Kingdom chronicles amazing true stories of devotion and bravery from the animal world. Included are both well-publicized cases, such as the gorilla who tenderly carried an injured child to safety, and the more obscure--the German shepherd who visited the grave of his deceased owner every day at the same hour. Even ants are caught in heroic acts: they're observed pulling a thorn from an injured comrade. The animals in this book are viewed as compassionate, thinking creatures that experience real emotions--hardly news to animal lovers. Peaceful Kingdom also reflects human acts of kindness to animals. Edward Lear, the famous author of "The Owl and the Pussycat," built his new house as an exact replica of his old one to keep from traumatizing his beloved cat. Peaceful Kingdom is an intriguing and heartwarming journey into the lives of some astonishing animals.
Product Description
Filled with fascinating facts and grounded in scientific evidence, Peaceful Kingdom manages to put the reader in touch with that special communion with the animal kingdom that enhances the lives of so many people. The stories range from the sweetly heartwarming to the often surprising and make a uniquely memorable and inspiring gift to animal lovers around the world.
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Loved It! September 26, 2009
janie2498 (Michigan)
This little book contains unique and meaningful animal stories of heroism and kindness. The stories show animals have extraordinary powers of attention and even demonstrate human traits - saving another species life. I really enjoyed the book and highly recommend it to anyone who doubts animals are indeed our brethren and so worthy of our care and admiration!
A "Must-Read" for Soldier and Dog Lovers August 31, 2009
Dorothy L. Haislett (Wilmington, DE USA)
This was a real "page turner" since I couldn't put it down until I'd read 2/3 of it at one sitting. Jay Koppelman tells about his experience in horrible places of a horrible war, every day fighting to stay alive to see the next day. Until reading this, I had no idea just how awful our men and women are fighting just to survive. Somehow I missed all the previous publicity/TV appearances, etc., so this was a new experience for me. I've passed the book along to a soldier who had an experience with a dog himself, not with the same wonderful ending. Thanks to Jay and Lava for getting each other through this.
Love it! March 20, 2009
J. Solares (IL USA)
This is an excellent book, very heartwarming. In this tough world/economy, it's nice to be reassured that there is unquestioned love, loyalty and kindess by species other than ourselves. A quick read, and one you can just go back to a page at a time!
Treasure chest of a book! August 9, 2002
G. McNutt (WA, United States)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I can't believe this book is out of print. Reading it is like opening up a treasure chest and finding one gem after another. Each animal story touched me and opened my eyes and my heart to the world of animals. The stories are short and easy to read, and I found myself having a hard time stopping to take a break sometimes, I kept wanting to hear more stories. A great book to read outloud to your children too, my son was also awed by the stories. I was amazed at how smart and how compassionate animals really are. There are some interesting animal facts included too as side notes. I highly recommend this book!
Incredible June 19, 2001
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
The first time I read this book I thought it was one of the most wonderful books I ever read. I thought the same thing the second time I read it. I loved every story. And the best part is it doesn't just give you stories about animals and what they've done to people to change their lives, or save them. But it also gives you notes on how to return the kindness. And even stories on how people helped animals. Some of the stuff in this book is almost to hard to belive, but if you think animals are wonderous creatures that deserve the love and respect that all living things want, then you will belive everything in this book. I did. After you read the stories in this book, you'll have a different out look on all creaturs, even ants. All the stories in this book are just wonderful and amazing. My 5th grade teacher read two of the stories in this book to my whole class, after that I looked for the book. And obviously found it. Anybody who loves and cherishes their animals will love this book. Or if you just love animals and want a good read, this book would be a perfect choice.
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