Gary Clement

The Great Poochini Gary Clement

Brief Description: By day Signor Poochini is a dog, lying peacefully in his master's living room and listening to music. But by night he is the Great Poochini, the most acclaimed singer in all opera -- dog opera that is. One evening, when Poochini is ready to leave home and the opera hall is filling with dogs excitedly awaiting his performance, Poochini's master leaves the window locked, and Poochini cannot get out. He is in despair, until suddenly a cat burglar appears, and what might have been a disaster becomes an opportunity. This beautiful and hilarious book works on two levels -- the exciting story of Poochini's adventure is accompanied by wonderful punning jokes on the world of opera, which run through the text and pictures. Marc Notes: Originally published: Vancouver: Douglas & McIntyre, 1999.; For ages 4-7. Review Citations:

School Library Journal 12/01/1999 pg. 88 (EAN 9780888993311, Hardcover) - *Starred Review

Library Journal 12/01/1999 (EAN 9780888993311, Hardcover)

Contributor Bio:  Clement, Gary Gary Clement, who also has only two eyes, is the winner of the Canadian Governor General's Literary Award for "The Great Poochini." He lives in Toronto, Canada.