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Gay-Neck
Hardcover
AnimalsHistoryScience & Nature
ISBN13: 9781025495118
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 220
Weight: 1.07
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Gay-Neck tells the enthralling story of a prized carrier pigeon born in the city of Calcutta and trained in the majestic Himalayas. This acclaimed narrative follows the bird, known as Gay-Neck for his iridescent feathers, as he journeys from the quiet rooftops of India to the perilous battlefields of Europe during the First World War. Through the eyes of his young owner and the bird himself, the story explores the profound connection between humans and the natural world.
As Gay-Neck matures, he faces the challenges of the wild, surviving encounters with predators and learning the rhythms of the mountains. His resilience is put to the ultimate test when he is recruited for military service, tasked with delivering vital messages across dangerous front lines. Dhan Gopal Mukerji blends vivid descriptions of the Indian landscape with a deeply philosophical approach to courage, fear, and the search for inner peace. Gay-Neck remains a timeless classic of animal literature, offering readers a unique perspective on the heroism found in nature and the enduring bond between a creature and its home.
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