"This is a centuries-old story from Wales. Through the tale of a loyal dog fending off a vicious wolf, it warns of the dangers of jumping to conclusions and acting in haste. Similar folk tales are also found in other cultures. In India, for example, a black snake takes the place of the wolf, and a mongoose, the dog; in Malaysia the wolf is a tiger and the dog is a tame bear. These stories have been told for generations to teach youngsters good lessons in life as part of ancient fireside lore. I hope you'll enjoy, despite maybe shedding a tear or two." -- Author's preface.