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Everyone who has pets can tell great stories about them. This volume collects 15 stories for children about pets: not only cats and dogs, but lambs, crows, even lions! - Summary by Carolin

Anyone who has ever had a pet knows that they can inspire some of the best stories. This delightful collection features 15 enchanting tales for children, celebrating not just cats and dogs, but also lambs, crows, and even lions! Join us for a journey filled with heartwarming adventures that will captivate young imaginations. - Summary by Carolin

Dive into the tumultuous spring of 1850 with us, as we unravel the story of Jane Grey Swisshelm, a fierce abolitionist, feminist, and journalist. Amidst a nation divided by the slavery issue, Swisshelm bravely challenged the status quo, triggering a congressional sex scandal involving none other than Senator Daniel Webster. Discover how her explosive revelations led to her dismissal from the New York Tribune. Explore her autobiography, Half a Century, a riveting account of life on the frontier, the struggle against slavery, and her selfless service as a surgical nurse caring for Union soldiers...