A Moose for Jessica is a 1987 non-fiction children's book about a moose named Josh who loved a cow called Jessica.[1] The story is told by Pat A. Wakefield and is illustrated with photographs by Larry Carrara, the owner of the cow.

A Moose for Jessica
AuthorPat A. Wakefield with Larry Carrara
IllustratorLarry Carrara (photos)
Cover artistLarry Carrara
LanguageEnglish
SubjectAnimals
GenreNon-fiction, Children's literature
PublisherDutton (New York)
Publication date
1987
Publication placeUnited States
Media typePrint (Hardback)
ISBN0-525-44342-8
OCLC15856520
599.73/57 19
LC ClassQL737.U55 W35 1987

In 1986, Josh turned up at a farm in Shrewsbury, Vermont, and began to show decided attraction toward Jessica, a Hereford cow. He stayed in the vicinity for 76 days.[2] The visit of the moose inspired media attention and attracted tens of thousands of people to the area.[3][4]

Reception

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Kirkus Reviews described the book as "unique, fascinating, and delightful." The New York Times Book Review commented: "This quiet, unpretentious story has the magic of credibility thanks to Pat A. Wakefield's simple, intelligent writing, enhanced by wonderful photographs."[5]

It was named as an Outstanding Science Trade Book for Children by the National Science Teachers Association and as one of the year's best books by Publishers Weekly.[5]

References

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  1. ^ Moose's Love Takes a Place In Literature
  2. ^ "The Cow Only a Moose Could Love". FoxNews. Fox Entertainment Group. 24 October 2006. Retrieved 19 February 2015.
  3. ^ UPI (3 November 1986). "Crowds Flocking to See Moose Courting a Cow". The New York Times. Retrieved 19 February 2015.
  4. ^ AP (13 January 1987). "Lovelorn Moose May Return in Fall". The New York Times. Retrieved 19 February 2015.
  5. ^ a b Quoted on Picture Puffin edition book cover
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