Barkis
Author:
Clare Turlay Newberry
Illustrator:
Clare Turlay Newberry
Publication:
1939 by Harper and Brothers
Genre:
Fiction, Picture Books
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This amusing story about a cocker-spaniel puppy is by the author and artist of the irresistible "Mittens" and "Babette."
James thought that there had never been a more wonderful birthday present than Barkis. However, James' sister had a tabby kitten, and at first the kitten and Barkis were not the best of friends. Then too there was some coolness between the children about the respective merits of their pets. In fact, because of this, little Barkis almost came to grief. . . .
In the enchanting pictures Mrs. Newberry has somehow surpassed herself. She has shown the puppy when he is hungry, when he is alert, when he is sleepy, sad, playful, puzzled. And in every picture, in every mood, the floppy-eared, big-pawed Barkis comes to life, a soft, warm, completely lovable little dog.
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Clare Turlay Newberry
1903 - 1970American
Clare Turlay Newberry was born in Enterprise, Oregon. Before she was two years old she had begun to draw, and by the time she was six she had decide... See more
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Barkis
Reviewed by Sandy Hall
Barkis, an adorable Cocker Spaniel puppy, is gifted to James on his birthday. The puppy works his way into the family's heart and life in the story. There is some conflict between James and his sister Nell Jean because he doesn't want to share his new puppy with her. Tragedy almost strikes, and both children work out their differences and come to agreement in the end. The story is told with more text than modern picture books, but is well-written. The illustrations by the author are lovely! Soft nostalgic drawings of Barkis, the children, and the family cat are portrayed on a totally white background. Newberry began drawing cats, dogs, and other animals at a very early age, and authored and illustrated many other picture books about animals including Marshmallow, April's Kittens, and Smudge, all Caldecott winners or honor books. If you have a child who loves animals or has pets, I highly recommend her books!
Barkis
Clare Newberry has made a place for herself with her picture books. This time she has combined an irresistible cocker puppy...
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