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Nonfiction · Light

A boy and his eccentric family on a Greek island

My Family and Other Animals

by Gerald Durrell

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1956Easy readFast pace

What it is about

Gerald Durrell’s boyhood on Corfu with his family and a menagerie of animals. His 1956 memoir is a classic of humorous nature writing.

Who will enjoy it

Readers who enjoy narrative and idea-driven nonfiction, with a light mood and a fast pace. It is an easy read.

Themes: Corfu · Animals · Family
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About the author

Gerald Durrell1 book on Tori Books

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