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36 of 36 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
As an established great novelist I was uncertain how Jilly Cooper would tackle the emotional task of depicting how animals were and indeed are used in warfare both past and present. The result I can confirm is a wonderful mix of both accurate and calm portrayal of facts along with a deep compassion. As an animal lover I already knew a little of the utterly horrific conditions of war for both humans and animals, nothing could have prepared me for the sheer numbers of animals involved, the depravation and terror that both endured. The reader is humbled by the sumpreme effort and unrewarded sacrifice made by animals (and of course our fellow man....) during times of war and also during military 'testing'. This book should be read by everyone who professes a fondness for our fellow species. Bravo, Jilly, for bringing these little known facts to our attention and may we never forget the incalculable cost of the sacrifice.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Jilly Cooper is so well known for her racy fiction that some may have been surprised to see her tackle such a serious subject. But her love for her own dogs and cats is often written about. In one instance she famously said of a good looking woman that she had the face of a lurcher. Only a dog lover could understand that this was a compliment!
Jilly tells the sad and heroic tale of these heroes who had no choice and how they rose to the occasion one and all.
Animals in war gave their lives to their human comrades and the cause. I defy you to read this and not wonder at their spirit and generosity.
This is a sad read but also a moving tribute. Read it and give a home to a rescued cat, dog or horse today!
Jilly tells the sad and heroic tale of these heroes who had no choice and how they rose to the occasion one and all.
Animals in war gave their lives to their human comrades and the cause. I defy you to read this and not wonder at their spirit and generosity.
This is a sad read but also a moving tribute. Read it and give a home to a rescued cat, dog or horse today!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
What a fantastic little book this is. I buy so many books from Amazon and once I've read them I send them on, but I'm going to keep this book. It's a very moving read. Some of the stories are very shocking, particularly around the sheer volume of animals used and disposed of without a second thought. I also had no idea that pigeons could fly so fast! It's also full of funny stories that will have you laughing out loud.
Thoroughly enjoyable - highly recommended.
Thoroughly enjoyable - highly recommended.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Fascinating accounts of animals in war
This book explores the ways in which the many diferent types of animals have helped us in war over the years. It is a small book and so is a quick read. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Janie U
Animals in War. s/h book
Bought this book for a friend, I have not read it.
Factual account of animals that were used in wars through the ages.
Factual account of animals that were used in wars through the ages.
Published 16 months ago by Tabitha Kitten
Not your usual Jilly Cooper!
An excellent gift for animal lovers and historians alike. I came across this book via a colleague at work and have bought multiple copies for gifts. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Joolsy
A Great Updated Edition for a Worthy Cause
I read this book when it was initially published back in the early 1980's (the inclusion of the Hyde Park Nail Bombing forms a excellent introduction to the chapter on horses in... Read more
Published on 2 Jun 2010 by Agnes X Nitt
A good but often uncomfortable read.
This is a super book for teachers of history in the primary school as it gives a hook for understanding the horrors of war.
Published on 5 Oct 2009 by Ms. Susie Fifield
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