The Bear (1864)

The Bear is a novel written by Madeline Leslie and published in 1864. The book tells the story of a young girl named Dora who becomes lost in the woods and is rescued by a friendly bear. The bear, who Dora names Bruno, becomes her companion and protector as she navigates the dangers of the wilderness and tries to find her way home.Throughout the novel, Dora learns valuable lessons about courage, perseverance, and the importance of friendship. She also develops a deep bond with Bruno, who proves to be much more than just a wild animal. Together, they face challenges such as dangerous predators, harsh weather, and the threat of starvation.As the story unfolds, Dora's family and friends search for her, hoping to bring her home safely. Meanwhile, Bruno's true nature is revealed as he proves himself to be a loyal and devoted friend to Dora.The Bear is a heartwarming tale of adventure, friendship, and survival. It is a classic work of children's literature that has been beloved by generations of readers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.