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Book 2004

Hachiko waits

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Publisher
Henry Holt
Language
English
Published
2004
  • Fiction
  • Juvenile fiction
  • Akita dog
  • Dogs
  • History

Professor Ueno's loyal Akita, Hachiko, waits for him at the train station every afternoon, and even after the professor has a fatal heart attack while at work, Hachiko faithfully continues to await his return until the day the dog dies. Based on a true story; includes an author's note and glossary of Japanese words.