The Kindness of Strangers: The Chronicles of Winnie

by Sandy Woolworth, Carol Tippit Woolworth (illustrator)

Let’s say you’re a corgi, you know, like the dogs Queen Elizabeth loves. And one back leg is paralyzed, so you use a wheelchair to get around. And let’s say your owners, your primaries, think it would be ever so nice to go to London for a week. Sounds nice, if we overlook the paralysis part, right? But then let’s say the plane you’re on crashes over the Atlantic and you have to swim for it. Now what? Well if you’re a really special corgi you’ll endure burning aircraft, three-legged swimming in icy waters, and vicious seagulls before you drift to Brighton Beach and then to Buckingham Palace to become known the world over as Oceandog. Translated from the computer program DOGSPEAK, The Kindness of Strangers tells Winnie's story directly from her point of view, spotlighting her ability to overcome the problems associated with paralysis, loss of a parent, extreme attention from the world media, and the awareness of her lack of ego and superego. Winnie's unique adventure will please the entire family with her comments on food, other dogs, and what it's like to live with humans.

52 pages, Paperback

First published April 28, 2012

Reviews

[Alex Pennington · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun, unexpected and entertaining, The Kindness of Strangers straddles several literary genres with a wry, light touch and more than a wee bit of canine wisdom...a wisdom that dog lovers worldwide will recognize and embrace instantly as the doggone truth!!

Winnie's high life adventures with fate, fame and survival...and ultimately with loyalty, are universals that everyone can relate to....a perfect Autumn read to rekindle your heart!

Five paws up!!!

[Diane · Rating 5 out of 5]

The "Kindness of Strangers" is a delightful read about a corgie named Winnie! I gave this book to several of my dog lover friends and family to enjoy as much as I did. I'm looking forward to reading future books about Winnie's adventures! This is not your typical children's book...as a matter of fact, I would highly recommend this book to people of all ages!