Nourse, Alan Edward 1928-1992 creator text utu 2007 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "My Friend Bobby" by Alan Edward Nourse is a science fiction novel likely written in the mid-20th century. The story centers around a five-year-old boy named Jimmy and his peculiar friendship with his dog, Bobby, who seems to understand him in ways that go beyond normal canine behavior. This book explores themes of childhood innocence, the complexities of familial relationships, and an extraordinary child’s perceptions of the world around him. The narrative unfolds through Jimmy’s perspective as he navigates his unconventional bond with Bobby while dealing with an increasingly troubled relationship with his mother. This dynamic is further complicated by Jimmy's unique ability to perceive his mother's thoughts, which sets the stage for misunderstandings and fears. As tensions escalate within the family, especially after a visit from a doctor, Jimmy finds himself isolated and misunderstood. Ultimately, the story culminates in a dramatic confrontation that leads to his parents’ departure, leaving Jimmy to rely on Bobby and his imaginary friend, a panda, for companionship and support. The poignant exploration of a child's world filled with love and fear invites readers to reflect on the trials of growing up in an environment where their uniqueness is not understood. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2007-10-03 Produced by Greg Weeks, Stephen Blundell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Science fiction Short stories Dogs -- Fiction Boys -- Fiction Telepathy -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22881 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22881 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133527.0 22881