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Harry the Dirty Dog

by Gene Zion · 1956

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There's never been another dog as delightful-or dirty-as Harry.

This lovable white dog with black spots (or black dog with white spots) has charmed children for fifty years, and we are celebrating with an anniversary edition. This childhood favourite is perfect for reading aloud before going to bed or avoiding a bath.

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animalsanimalsMore like thisLess of thisdogsdogsMore like thisLess of thischildhoodchildhoodMore like thisLess of this
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Audience
childrenspicture books
Length
short · 32 pages

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