Pedro is a small donkey who escapes the oppression and hardship of being
forced into labor. He leaves his home in search of love and respect,
wanting to become the best donkey in the world.
Pedro is an extraordinary animal. He is born into a group of donkeys who
transport tourists in the small town of Lindos, on the Greek island of
Rhodes. The work is difficult, so the donkeys are unhappy because their
owner is very demanding.
The little donkey learns quickly from the other donkeys, developing the
skills he needs to escape and build a life for himself. On Pedro's first
day of work, attempting to carry a very fat and aggressive tourist, he
struggles. He is too small and weak to carry the tourist's weight.
When the tourist abuses Pedro, he fights back. His mother begs him to
run away and find a better life. He escapes, promising that he will
return for her.
Pedro meets a little girl while he is eating flowers outside a florist
shop. She convinces her grandfather to let the donkey live with them.
One day, Pedro stops a bank robbery. His fame as a hero brings him to
the attention of his past owner, who wants his donkey back.
Will Pedro be able to stay with his new friend, or will he have to
return to his old life?
I Lancaster grew up in the countryside near Weston Super Mare in
Southwest England, and now resides in Bristol. He imagined the book
while visiting a village in Rhodes with his wife Gina.
Publisher's website: http: //sbprabooks.com/ILancaster
