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Eric Stanley Pigeon

Name: Eric Stanley Pigeon
ISBN: 9780552567367

By Dick King-Smith

A winning pigeon transforms Old Smelly’s luck—but who, or what, is really pulling the strings?

humorous unusual charming animal-centred

Genres

Animals Humour Fantasy

What is Eric Stanley Pigeon about?

Old Smelly the tramp has never had much luck betting on horse races. Then he meets Eric Stanley Pigeon, a remarkable bird with an extraordinary talent: he can peck out the names of winning horses. At first, Eric seems to be the answer to Old Smelly’s problems, and the pair dream of a fortune. But will Eric’s mysterious skill really bring them riches, or will their winning streak lead them into unexpected trouble?

About the author

Dick King-Smith was a much-loved British author who wrote over 100 books for children, often about animals and farms. His most famous story is 'The Sheep-Pig', which inspired the popular film 'Babe'. Dick loved spending time with animals and used his real-life experiences to create his wonderful, imaginative stories.

Pages

64 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

This edition

2013

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