Diary of a Czar
Vinnie's Odyssey
Published on 15. July 2022
Book
Paperback/Softback
116 pages
978-1-912092-03-1 (ISBN)
Description
This book is about the inspirational journey of Vinnie, a Vizsla hound who lives in the snowy wastes of Siberia with his pack, who are cared for by a band of roaming Cossack horsemen. Vinnie grows from being an arrogant youngster into becoming the Alpha dog, winning the right to lead the pack. He learns about respect and responsibility, along with compassion for his defeated rival. Between them they develop an enduring friendship that helps the entire pack survive in the harsh Russian climate. Vinnie also forms a close bond with the chief Cossack, who sees himself as a leader of a family that encompasses all the wild animals of the Taiga Forest. Vinnnies Odyssey is sure to appeal to all animal lovers, both young and old. It will make you gasp, laugh and sometimes even cry. It is a journey that takes you to places filled with jagged coldness and yet deep emotional warmth.
Reviews / Votes
Stephen is a natural storyteller, skilfully incorporating so many facts of geography, history, customs and national dishes into a heart-warming tale of a Hungarian Vizsla. Rowena Tucker, writerMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
Bristol
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Arkbound
Target group
Children/juvenile
Illustrations
48 colour illus
Dimensions
Height: 205 mm
Width: 205 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-912092-03-1 (9781912092031)
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Person
Stephen Lytton was born in Epping Forest and brought up by his grandparents after being abandoned by his mother. He struggled at school due to severe dyslexia, and only discovered his life passion after learning to ride horses. From hereon animals became the centre of Stephens life. Later, he set out to walk around the UK coastline with his dog, Czar, but it ended in the midst of the Covid pandemic. No work was available and Stephen didnt even have a place to live. As a consequence, he ended up in a trailer on a field. With nightly temperatures sometimes plunging to minus 8 degrees, it was a struggle just to survive. Thats when Stephen turned to writing. This, his first book, is inspired by a visit of a special Vizsla: Vinnie. He had been rescued, with scars and burn marks all across his body, but still had a loving nature. It is this innate nature of dogs that has inspired Stephen to open a sanctuary, for which profits of this book will go towards.