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It might be difficult to choose literature for a sheep, but as
James Shackell discovers, the experience can benefit both parties
by JamesShackell.PhotographyAlanaHolmberg
Thu 28 Jan 2021 11.30 EST
Last modified on Thu 28 Jan 2021 20.02 EST
Choosing a book for a sheep is no easy task. I’m sitting on the floor in front of my bookshelf, assessing the options. Joyce and Melville seem a bit highbrow and esoteric for the average sheep. Maybe The Shepherd’s Life by James Rebanks? A little on-the-nose. Le Carré? Too many trench coats. Inspiration suddenly strikes. I reach for Orwell.