This is a children's book for elementary school students. Takao finds a puppy on his way home from school. This is a touching story about a boy who works hard to save the dog he names Shiro. This creative novel, written by Kenzo Kitakata and illustrated by Naoki Urasawa of "20th Century Boys," explores the meaning of true courage. This is a pre-revision, old-style binding version. Even adults will be moved and given food for thought by the content. Published by Shogakukan, 9th printing of the first edition in 1994. Stored at home, so there is some yellowing on the cover and some creases, but there is no problem with reading it. If you understand, please consider purchasing. Thank you for looking.