Books with author Rory Walker

Sergeant Gander is a fascinating account of the Royal Rifles of Canadas canine mascot, and his devotion to duty demonstrated during the Battle of Hong Kong in the Second World War. Armed only with his formidable size, an intimidating set of teeth, and a protective instinct, Gander rought alongside his fellow Canadian soldiers. As the Royal Rifles' position become more precarious, the men were forced to retreat into the hills of Hong Kong, and it was here that a group of wounded Canadians, threatened by a live grenade, came to fully appreciate the loyalty of Gander.For his service in battle, Sergeant Gander was awarded the Dickin Medal, the animal equivalent to the Victoria Cross for humans. This honour is dedicated to animals displaying gallantry and devotion to duty while under any control of the armed forces. Sergeant Gander is the nineteenth dog to receive this medal and the first Canadian canine to do so.

This unfolding pop-up examines twelve of the world's most extraordinary arthropods: the European Praying Mantis, the Asian Giant Hornet, the Arizona Bark Scorpion, the Stag Beetle, the Mexican Red-kneed Tarantula, the Army Ant, the American Cockroach, the Atlas Moth, the Anopheles Mosquito, the North American Millipede, the Giant Weta and the Pill Woodlouse. With bold and colourful illustrations and fun facts, the guide unfolds to a length of 1.5 metres and is perfect for any bug enthusiast.