Abrams Books for Young Readers ISBN 9781419741098 £12.99
This beautifully written and illustrated book is about a daring dachshund who takes a whirlwind tour of Rome in search of freedom. Paolo is confined to a hair salon in Rome but he wants the sweet life, (la dolce vita), in the Eternal City. He escapes and finds adventure in Rome. This story book will educate children about both the ancient and modern atmosphere of Rome. By joining Paolo in his discoveries of the ruins, the food, the art and the opera as well as, of course, the city cats, young readers will be able to both improve their knowledge whilst loving the daring big hearted dog as he has his adventure. It would read well aloud to primary school classes, and children aged 6-8 would enjoy reading it for themselves. An exciting book with lots of potential for great learning that even the smallest among us can achieve great things.
Paul Baker