Author:Dick King-Smith
When Farmer Buzzard's collie, Kay, has four puppies, he doesn't know what to do. Three are fine puppies which he can sell, but the fourth is the ugliest puppy ever. No one wants to buy him and, as he grows, it becomes clear he'll never make a sheepdog - and he certainly isn't house-trained! Farmer Buzzard is too kind-hearted to get rid of Smasher, and eventually, when a burglar calls, the big dog has a chance to prove his worth.
Unflinching realism . . . A darkly atmospheric thriller
—— GuardianA finely crafted book . . . Revelling in description and imagery . . . Dick King-Smith is an exceptional writer
—— Books for KeepsA powerful and heartwarming story
—— TESThis book demonstrates everything everything that is good avout writing for children. It is a book of love and wonder thoroughly recommended to adults and young people alike
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