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From the celebrated artist Emma Sergeant comes this wickedly funny 'diary' of the days leading up to the real-life disgrace of royal Bull Terrier Dottie. Hear it from Dottie herself, the blue-blooded terror of the canine kingdom who shook Britain when she killed one of the Queen's Corgis.
Dottie, a high-strung royal Bull Terrier, recounts the chaotic events leading up to her infamous attack on one of the Queen's Corgis. Driven by an intense, irrational rivalry with the royal corgis, Dottie navigates the constraints of her aristocratic household while struggling to suppress her violent impulses. The narrative is presented as a personal diary, offering a first-person perspective that highlights the stark contrast between the refined expectations of her human owners and the primal, aggressive instincts of the protagonist. As the tension escalates within the domestic sphere, Dottie’s internal monologue reveals a character who views herself as a misunderstood force of nature rather than a pet in need of discipline.
This work presents a satirical take on the public fascination with royal life by centering the narrative on a notoriously ill-behaved pet. The diary format allows for a comedic exploration of canine psychology that contrasts sharply with the decorum expected in a royal household. Readers likely find the protagonist's unrepentant and aggressive voice to be the primary source of the book's humor. The narrative effectively uses the absurdity of the situation to critique the high-stakes drama often associated with the British monarchy and its inner circle.
Page Count:
38
Publication Date:
2006-10-01
Publisher:
HarperCollins UK
ISBN-10:
0007197470
ISBN-13:
9780007197477
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