ÒHis body a part of the soil, his memory a part of all that was held dear and imperishable in that old garden of souls.Ó

The story of the loyalty of Bobby, a Skye Terrier.

Everyone has heard the legend of Greyfriars Bobby, the Skye terrier who belonged to a policeman in Edinburgh more than one hundred and fifty years ago - and who was as loyal in death as in life to his master. He was so famous that it's said that Queen Victoria paid him a special visit. But until now, not all the facts of this often told story have been known. Richard Brassey uncovered new research in preparing this book. Best of all, however, is the warmth and humour in the words and pictures that has made this story a favourite for generations of readers.

Over a hundred years ago, a faithful little dog called Bobby kept a fourteen-year vigil by his master's graveside in Greyfriars churchyard in Edinburgh. Bobby captured the hearts of the townsfolk and remains a legend still today.

Story of the Skye terrier who became a Scottish hero when he refused to leave his master's grave.

Over a hundred years ago, a faithful dog named Bobby kept watch over his master's grave.

Greyfriars Bobby was a Skye Terrier who became known in 19th-century Edinburgh after he spent 14 years guarding his owner's grave until he died on January 14, 1872. The story was well known in Scotland and other countries and inspired several books and films, presented here.