Jim was a South African railway inspector in the late 1800s who lost his legs in an accident while at work. Unable to perform all his tasks with his disability but desperate to keep his job, Jim discovered a brilliant solution, a baboon named Jack. Jim trained Jack to help him both at home and at the depot. But when the railway authorities and the public discovered a monkey on the job, Jack and Jim had to work together to convince everyone that they made a great team. This inspiring true story celebrates the history of service animals and a devoted friendship.
Kt Johnston Books
KT Johnston crafts historical narrative nonfiction, driven by a profound curiosity about the past and its enduring impact on the present. She cultivates this interest through immersive travel, exploring historical sites, experiencing new cultures, and losing herself in literature. Johnston's work aims to ignite a similar curiosity in readers, sharing true stories that illuminate our world.
