Simon Ships Out
How One Brave, Stray Cat Became a Worldwide Hero: Based on a True Story
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Narrated by:
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Stevie Zimmerman
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Jacky Donovan
About this listen
When Simon, an orphaned young cat, is smuggled on board HMS Amethyst, his simple life amidst the streets of Hong Kong is transformed into an adventure fit for heroes.
Bringing joy and compassion to those on board, Simon is the only puss to have been awarded the PDSA Dickin Medal, the highest honour for animal gallantry in wartime.
Based on the true events of Amethyst's Yangtze Incident, Simon's quirky yet emotional cat's-eye narrative is sure to move and entertain all who listen to it.
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- Amazon Customer
- 06-12-22
If you love cats or don't please read this book.
Well written and read. A wonderful insight to the mind of a cat, a must read.
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- J. H. Marie
- 20-07-17
Amazing cat story
Loved this story. Played it continuously. Really got into the thoughts of the main character.
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- Matthew Culley
- 19-10-23
The bravest cat
A wonderful story of Able Seacat Simon on HMS Amethyst. Parts of the story are, of course, fictionalised but it gives an account of the real events during the Amethyst Incident. The impact of Simon amongst the crew is testimony to how important he was. The whole crew attended Simon's funeral for example. I feel Simon is still working in that he is helping to keep the memory of the Amethyst incident alive, and the memory of those who died.
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- LULU
- 25-10-24
Amazing Cat
Simon’s extraordinary adventures aboard Royal Navy ship HMS Amethyst are told in such a vivid and entertaining way. This tale is based on the true story from 1948-49. I had not heard about it before. Simon was brave and resilient when the crew were faced with a battle that left many dead and injured. Simon was awarded the Dickin Medal and given the title Able SeaCat Simon. Simon was also an excellent rat catcher with his crew mate (the ship’s dog) Peggy. He improved the ship morale.
If you get the chance, grab the audio. It’s brilliantly written and wonderfully narrated. Thoroughly enjoyable. Highly imaginative. Recommend
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