Socrates

by Rascal, Gert Bogaerts (Illustrations)

Socrates' parents have been snatched up by the dogcatcher, leaving him an orphan alone on the streets. Abandoned, hungry, and shunned by the other street dogs, Socrates wonders if he'll ever have a home of his very own. And even more importantly, he wonders if he'll ever have a friend. Then one day Socrates finds a curious object, and from that moment on, everyone looks at him quite differently. Heartwarming and uplifting, the simple text is magnificently complemented by bold, textured oil paintings in this story of the universal search for friendship and acceptance that also works to initiate discussions on topics such as loneliness and homelessness.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Dogs

32 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1992

Reviews

[sb · Rating 5 out of 5]

a sweet story about a street doggo who finds glasses and wears them, eventually being taken in by a kind musician ~ not going to lie, this one pulls on my heartstrings 💕 i wish it was longer!

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked the illustrations. It was about a homeless dog that found a pair of glasses and wore them. He got food and attention from all. When the owner located them, Socrates did not want to give them back because the had created happiness for him. The owner of the glasses took the dog in.

[Jim · Rating 5 out of 5]

the magic that wearing glasses gives you, wish i'd had this wonderful book when i was a kid. the American hardcover edition i have has an illustration of Socrates (the dog) wearing a pair of read glasseson the cover and the artist, Gert Bogaerts, is credited on the cover as well.

[Sarah Threlkeld · Rating 3 out of 5]

The beginning of this book made me want to drive to the nearest animal shelter and scoop up every dog in sight. I'm glad the tone changes about halfway through and becomes more lighthearted. A sweet, quick read.

[Katie Rybakova · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute book. Could be a good book to read prior to talking about shelter/homeless dogs and cats. It could also be something to use if someone just got glasses and is uncomfortable with them! A cute book for K-3.

[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

Magic glasses are the key to finding a best friend. I loved this book!