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Macmillan Children's Book

Suryia and Roscoe

The True Story of an Unlikely Friendship

Author: Dr. Bhagavan Antle with Thea Feldman; photographs by Barry Bland

Suryia and Roscoe

Suryia and Roscoe

$11.99

About This Book

Who can imagine an orangutan being friends with a dog? Is it even possible?

With Suryia and Roscoe it is!

Dogs and orangutans rarely meet, and when they do,...

Page Count
32
On Sale
04/26/2011
Age Range
4-8

Book Details

Who can imagine an orangutan being friends with a dog? Is it even possible?

With Suryia and Roscoe it is!

Dogs and orangutans rarely meet, and when they do, they are naturally shy around each other. But when Suryia the orangutan first meets Roscoe, a stray dog, they become best friends from the start.

Set on a preserve for rare animals, The Institute of Greatly Endangered and Rare Species (T.I.G.E.R.S.) in South Carolina, here is a true story of a remarkable friendship between two unforgettable animals.

Imprint Publisher

Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)

ISBN

9781466816978

In The News

“After meeting orangutan Suryia at a South Carolina wildlife preserve, stray dog Roscoe never left. The two enjoy swimming, wrestling and playing a deux.” —People magazine

“The endearing photographs might well make you want to go out and save an orangutan — or a stray pup.” —Los Angeles Times

“Irresistible and charming, this story of the friendship between a stray dog and an orangutan in a wildlife preserve in South Carolina will delight family members of all ages. Gorgeous photos accompany the tale of their meeting and instant bond.” —Kiwimagonline.com

“The images of Suryia hugging Roscoe, swimming with him in a pool or generously offering him a banana will make you smile.” —Columbus Dispatch

“The engaging animals will appeal to children.” —School Library Journal

“Fans of cute animal books will be delighted.” —Booklist

“Young animal lovers . . . will be eager to read about this unlikely pairing between a stray dog and an orangutan in a wildlife preserve . . . . The clean, photo album–like design, high-interest topic, accessible text and captivating images will likely garner Suryia and Roscoe legions of new friends.” —Kirkus Reviews

About the Creators

Suryia and Roscoe

Suryia and Roscoe

$11.99