"Frankie's Dog Tony" by Madeline Leslie is a heartwarming tale crafted for young audiences, centered around a boy named Frankie and his dog, Tony, emphasizing the values of friendship, loyalty, and listening to your elders. The story unfolds with Frankie growing close to Tony, a dog with a remarkable past, once belonging to Colonel Jameson, who saved her life amid conflict. Their bond strengthens through shared adventures and unexpected challenges, including a distressing moment when Tony is taken, underscoring themes of love and accountability. As Frankie navigates these experiences with Tony, he gains insight into the virtues of honesty, respecting his parents' guidance, and the happiness that comes from caring for an animal. The special relationship between Frankie and Tony beautifully illustrates the profound connection possible between kids and their pets, promoting a touching message of camaraderie and strong moral principles.
Frankie's dog Tony
By Madeline Leslie
A young boy's devotion to his brave dog faces the test when the furry friend is stolen, leading to lessons in responsibility and the unbreakable bonds of affection.
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About the AuthorHarriette Newell Woods Baker was an American author of books for children, and editor. Her career as an author began when she was about 30 years old. She devoted herself successfully to novels; but after about 15 years, she wrote popular religious literature. Her most famous book, Tim, the Scissors Grinder, sold half a million copies, and was translated into several languages. Baker published about 200 moral and religious tales under the pen name "Mrs. Madeline Leslie". She also wrote under her own name or initials, and under that of "Aunt Hattie". She wrote chiefly for the young, and was still writing in 1893 when she died.
Harriette Newell Woods Baker was an American author of books for children, and editor. Her career as an author began when she was about 30 years old. She devoted herself successfully to novels; but after about 15 years, she wrote popular religious literature. Her most famous book, Tim, the Scissors Grinder, sold half a million copies, and was translated into several languages. Baker published about 200 moral and religious tales under the pen name "Mrs. Madeline Leslie". She also wrote under her own name or initials, and under that of "Aunt Hattie". She wrote chiefly for the young, and was still writing in 1893 when she died.
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