Yussuf The Ostrich

Yussuf The Ostrich by Emery Kelen. Published by The Hyperion Press, NY, 1943. 1st Edition. Hardbound, No DJ. Size 4to. Condition: Spine covering gone, content intact but loose from boards. Edge wear to boards, staining on back. Content excellent. Illustrated by the author. The story of Yussuf, a very brave Ostrich, who joins the US Army Signal Corps in North Africa to carry important documents from one commander to another in the midst of battle. After capture by the Nazis he is put to work walking the pet Dachshunds of the Nazi General. With the Dachshunds assistance, Yussuf escapes with important Nazi battle plans and saves the American army. Description text copyright 2007 www.BooksForComfort.com. Item ID 12640.