Cirrus@Austlit

'Hi, I'm Laika. I'm going to be the first dog in outer space! Cool, hey? It all started when some nice humans found me wandering around the streets. I was lost. They took me in, fed me, and taught me all about space. Good creatures these humans, good. Now, I'm writing this book as my diary for you. Why don't you come along and share my adventure out in space?

'Based upon the true story of Laika (the dog the Soviets sent into orbit), this book recounts events from her own perspective. To ensure its educational value, it also includes a few pages of facts about outer space.' (Publication summary)