A Moose for Jessica
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| Author | Pat A. Wakefield with Larry Carrara |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Larry Carrara (photos) |
| Cover artist | Larry Carrara |
| Language | English |
| Subject | Animals |
| Genre | Non-fiction, Children's literature |
| Publisher | Dutton (New York) |
Publication date | 1987 |
| Publication place | United States |
| Media type | Print (Hardback) |
| ISBN | 0-525-44342-8 |
| OCLC | 15856520 |
| 599.73/57 19 | |
| LC Class | QL737.U55 W35 1987 |
A Moose for Jessica is a 1987 non-fiction children's book about a moose named Josh who loved a cow called Jessica.[1] The story is told by Pat A. Wakefield and is illustrated with photographs by Larry Carrara, the owner of the cow.
In 1986, Josh turned up at a farm in Shrewsbury, Vermont, and began to show decided attraction toward Jessica, a Hereford cow. He stayed in the vicinity for 76 days.[2] The visit of the moose inspired media attention and attracted tens of thousands of people to the area.[3][4]
Reception
Kirkus Reviews described the book as "unique, fascinating, and delightful." The New York Times Book Review commented: "This quiet, unpretentious story has the magic of credibility thanks to Pat A. Wakefield's simple, intelligent writing, enhanced by wonderful photographs."[5]
It was named as an Outstanding Science Trade Book for Children by the National Science Teachers Association and as one of the year's best books by Publishers Weekly.[5]
References
- ^ Moose's Love Takes a Place In Literature
- ^ "The Cow Only a Moose Could Love". FoxNews. Fox Entertainment Group. 24 October 2006. Retrieved 19 February 2015.
- ^ UPI (3 November 1986). "Crowds Flocking to See Moose Courting a Cow". The New York Times. Retrieved 19 February 2015.
- ^ AP (13 January 1987). "Lovelorn Moose May Return in Fall". The New York Times. Retrieved 19 February 2015.
- ^ a b Quoted on Picture Puffin edition book cover
External links
- Mooseworld: Photographing Moose in Winter contains a photo of Josh and notes