Beautiful Joe: An Autobiography by Marshall Saunders

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Author Saunders, Marshall, 1861-1947
Author of introduction, etc. Butterworth, Hezekiah, 1839-1905
Title Beautiful Joe: An Autobiography
Credits Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Clytie Siddall and the Online Distributed
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Summary "Beautiful Joe: An Autobiography" by Marshall Saunders is a heartfelt autobiographical tale narrated by a dog, likely written in the late 19th century. The story explores themes of cruelty and compassion through the experiences of Beautiful Joe, a brown mutt who suffers at the hands of a brutal owner but eventually finds kindness with the Morris family. As the narrative unfolds, readers are introduced to Joe's past struggles and his observations of human and animal interactions. The opening of "Beautiful Joe" sets the stage for his life story, beginning with his introduction as a cur, reflecting on his upbringing in a stable where he faced neglect and abuse from his owner, Jenkins. Joe candidly expresses his painful memories, describing his mother's love and the brutal treatment they endured. The story takes a pivotal turn when a kind young man intervenes, saving Joe from more suffering at Jenkins' hands. This leads Joe to a new life filled with warmth and affection with the Morris family, where he learns about love, companionship, and the importance of kindness toward all creatures. The opening emphasizes not only Joe's desire to share his story but also highlights the broader message of animal welfare that resonates throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Dogs -- Fiction
Subject Didactic fiction
Subject Canada -- Fiction
Subject Animal welfare -- Fiction
Subject Human-animal relationships -- Fiction
Subject Dog owners -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 10226
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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