- Hardcover: 176 pages
- Publisher: Greenwillow (Oct 31 1994)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0688134394
- ISBN-13: 978-0688134396
- Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 15.8 x 2 cm
- Shipping Weight: 408 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
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From School Library Journal
Grade 5-8-Zanna is drawn to Moss, the Border Collie penned up in the Catherwood's barn. And as she slowly learns how to train this dog for herding sheep, she also finds herself developing a bond with his owner, Rob, a stroke victim no longer able to work with his dog. Her affection for the two grows as she begins to understand Rob's attempts to communicate with her in order to help her train Moss. Then the news of her family's moving away threatens to tear Zanna's world apart and everything she has come to love. Levin shows great insight into the recovery process of stroke patients as well as the training of Border Collies. However, the novel is unfocused. A lengthy plot and unnecessary characters impede readers' involvement with the interaction between the girl, the dog, and the elderly man. And that basic story line is rich with complex emotions as each individual struggles to overcome barriers to gain a sense of trust and accomplishment in themselves and in one another. Young adolescents in similar situations could be inspired by the intentions in this enjoyable, but uneven novel.
Jana R. Fine, Clearwater Public Library System, FL
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Jana R. Fine, Clearwater Public Library System, FL
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From Booklist
Gr. 5-7. Life on Ragged Mountain is full of uncertainties for 10-year-old Zanna Wald. Her father is working far away. Her mother is tired and irritable from the strain of working, managing the household alone, and giving speech and physical therapy to veteran Border collie trainer Rob Catherwood, who's suffered a severe stroke. The relationship between Zanna and Moss, a Border collie of great promise, anchors the story. Frustrated by the abrupt end of his training and unable to comprehend why his master now sits almost lifeless in a wheelchair, Moss runs out of control around the farm and is kept chained in the barn most of the day. Zanna, caught by the dog's brooding, patiently earns his trust and gradually starts him working sheep again. Levin's expertly written story is textured by the compassion the well-developed characters feel for each other and their willingness to help one another through hard times. The end result is not a magically happy resolution but a realistic and satisfying hope for better times for all. Ellen Mandel
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Kids book that adults will like, too!,
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This review is from: Away To Me, Moss (Hardcover)
I think kids will like this book - but adults who love dogs will enjoy it too! As I read about Moss, I could see in him the same characteristics seen in other herders, especially one we fostered late last year (Barney!). The dog, the girl, and the supporting characters are all very realistically portrayed. I recommend it for kids who love dogs and adults, too.
5.0 out of 5 stars
"Away to Me, Moss": A GREAT Book,
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This review is from: Away To Me, Moss (Hardcover)
"Away to Me, Moss" is a book for sheep dog lovers, pretty much, only. The book is centered around a little girl, a sheep dog, and a parylized man. The Rob cant take care of his sheep dog anymore, so Zanna must take care of Moss. Moss was a one man dog, but Zanna brakes him of that habit.
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Kids book that adults will like, too!,
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This review is from: Away To Me, Moss (Hardcover)
I think kids will like this book - but adults who love dogs will enjoy it too! As I read about Moss, I could see in him the same characteristics seen in other herders, especially one we fostered late last year (Barney!). The dog, the girl, and the supporting characters are all very realistically portrayed. I recommend it for kids who love dogs and adults, too.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
"Away to Me, Moss": A GREAT Book,
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This review is from: Away To Me, Moss (Hardcover)
"Away to Me, Moss" is a book for sheep dog lovers, pretty much, only. The book is centered around a little girl, a sheep dog, and a parylized man. The Rob cant take care of his sheep dog anymore, so Zanna must take care of Moss. Moss was a one man dog, but Zanna brakes him of that habit.
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