Beautiful Joe: An Autobiography

"Beautiful Joe: An Autobiography" by Marshall Saunders is a heartfelt story about a dog named Beautiful Joe, who recounts his journey from suffering to salvation in the late 1800s. Joe's early life is filled with hardship as he faces abuse at the hands of a merciless milkman. He recalls the horrific treatment of his family and the painful moment he was brutally injured. But his life takes a hopeful turn when a kind young man saves him from his tormentor, bringing him to the loving Morris family. In his new home, Joe learns what it means to be cared for, experiencing warmth that changes his life forever, as the narrative highlights the stark difference between cruelty and compassion, examining the deep connection between humans and animals.