From Ian Falconer, Caldecott Honor winner and #1New York Timesbestselling creator of the Olivia series, comes a dashingly delightful picture book about two unforgettable dachshunds and their search for fun!
Dachshund brothers Perry and Augie are home alone and desperately want to get outside and have a good time. Augie is the cautious one, the worrier; Perry is pure joy and excitement. When they finally manage to open the back door, mischievous adventures begin! Soon they’re diving into the swimming pool, digging an enormous hole, and more! Will all return to normal before their owners come home?
This witty and utterly heartwarming story plays perfectly off the exquisite illustrations. These are Ian Falconer’s first all-new characters since Olivia, andTwo Dogsis sure to equally capture the hearts of readers everywhere.
Perfect for fans of imaginative dog books likeBark, GeorgeandA Ball for Daisy!
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A snug, funny round of hijinks by low dogs. -Kirkus Reviews?(starred review)
The artist’s insight into the inner lives of dogs (“Hurl yourself at the door and bark!”) and gift for capturing their characteristic movements tick all the visual storytelling boxes, making this dachshund’s-day-out story a delight. -Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“This impeccably choreographed ballet is sure to produce cries of ‘Encore! Encore!’”
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New York Times Book ReviewKids will no doubt laugh along with these raucous doggies' hijinks.
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