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"Wotjek the Bear" by Aileen Orr

Discussion in 'Books, Films, TV, Radio' started by Chris C, Jun 21, 2025.

  1. Chris C

    Chris C Canadian

    Hi,

    Just became aware of this book's existence because a local used bookstore posted a picture of books that came in today, including it.

    224 pages about Wotjek? Is it worth a read? I know the basic story but how can you fill a whole book about him?

    I am really hoping someone here has read it.
     
    Chris C, Jun 21, 2025
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  2. CL1

    CL1 116th LAA and 92nd (Loyals) LAA,Royal Artillery

    The first 30 odd pages he writes about his time in Peru and his work as a stevedore at the docks. He was accused of stealing oranges whilst working there to make marmalade Before he was arrested he jumped on a tramp steamer SS Robertson and ended up at Hel beach in Poland where he managed to get work at a local ammunition factory. The rest of the book is about his time in service
     
    CL1, Jun 21, 2025
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  3. Chris C

    Chris C Canadian

    Well that gave me a good laugh, anyways
     
    Chris C, Jun 21, 2025
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